Arroyo Grande, California vs. Poway, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Poway, California is 14.2% more expensive than Arroyo Grande, California.

You would need a salary of $78,441 in Poway, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arroyo Grande, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Poway, California is more expensive than Arroyo Grande, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Poway
than in Arroyo Grande, California
Arroyo Grande, CA vs. Poway, CA
Compared to Arroyo Grande, Poway is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.4% higher
  Commute
  28.2% higher
  Health
  18.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher