Arroyo Grande, California vs. Alhambra, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alhambra, California is 8.8% more expensive than Arroyo Grande, California.

You would need a salary of $54,409 in Alhambra, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arroyo Grande, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alhambra, California is more expensive than Arroyo Grande, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
68% more expensive in Alhambra
than in Arroyo Grande, California
Arroyo Grande, CA vs. Alhambra, CA
Compared to Arroyo Grande, Alhambra is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  68.8% higher
  Health
  20.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher