Upland, CA vs Walnut, CA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Upland is 28.2% cheaper than Walnut. With a cost index of 154 vs 215, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Upland to Walnut should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Upland is $1,976/month compared to $3,120/month in Walnut — a 37% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Upland is more affordable at $688,800 median vs $972,500.

Median household income in Upland is $101,407 compared to $133,762 in Walnut (-24.2%). The higher salaries in Walnut partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Upland spend roughly 23.4% of their income on rent, less than the 28% in Walnut.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.8°F vs 66.1°F). Upland receives more rainfall at 11.6" per year compared to 10" in Walnut.