Bakersfield, California vs. Compton, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Compton, California is 31.9% more expensive than Bakersfield, California.

You would need a salary of $65,957 in Compton, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Compton, California is more expensive than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Compton
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Compton, CA
Compared to Bakersfield, Compton is:
  Homeowner
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  31.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.1% lower
  Commute
  55.3% higher
  Health
  1.5% lower
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  Personal
  0.8% higher
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