Glendale, CA Cost of Living


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Glendale cost of living score
161.7
More expensive
61.7% higher
than the US average
7.9% higher
than the California average
Glendale, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 161.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 61.7% higher than the U.S. average and 7.9% lower than the average for California.

Glendale, CA

Housing costs in Glendale?
A typical home costs $1,046,500, which is 209.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 42.7% more expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Glendale costs $2,600 per month, which is 81.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 17.3% more than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Glendale?
To live comfortably in Glendale, California, a minimum annual income of $200,520 for a family, and $82,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Glendale?
Glendale is located just north of Los Angeles County and offers plenty of opportunities for employment and recreation both within the city itself and its surrounding areas. The cost of living in Glendale is quite high although it still remains relatively affordable when compared to other cities in southern California such as Los Angeles and Santa Monica. Renting an apartment here can range from around $1,400 - $2,400 per month depending on size and amenities offered while groceries remain slightly higher than the national average due to their close proximity to LA. Health care costs remain on par with national averages while transportation costs are generally low thanks to several public transportation options like buses and rideshares available throughout the city.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGlendaleCaliforniaUnited States
  161.7149.9100.0
  104.9105.1100
  86.798.3100.0
  359.0234.8100.0
  $1,046,500$733,500$338,100
  99.4%102.4%100.0%
  160.4133.1100.0
  133.8118.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 3 years ago

I've lived here for 12 years. I agree with what others have written about the weather, location, cost of living, and charm. I also agree that crime has grown, and the  More

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Over 10 years ago

Incorporated in 1906, Glendale California is a "Little" big city. 200,000 people in a 30 sq. mile area. Situated between the San Gabriel & San Fernando Valleys, so the  More

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Over 14 years ago

Glendale is a wonderful place to live in. It's green, clean, safe, and it's very pretty.According to statistics, Glendale was in the list of 10 safest cities with  More

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