salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chula Vista to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,566
$2,808
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$2,306
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$116,513
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$758,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$6,058
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$137
👥 People living there
344,521
276,375
Commute to work
27.4 min
28.6 min
College degree
29.7%
33.2%
Own their home
46.2%
59.8%
Below poverty line
12.4%
8.7%
Unemployment
5.8%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for lower rent, shorter commutes, lower unemployment.
- Pick Chula Vista for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Chula Vista | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $70,900 | -28% in Chula Vista |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $110,400 | -9% in Chula Vista |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $178,220 | -8% in Chula Vista |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | $119,600 | -5% in Chula Vista |
| Pharmacist | $157,440 | $165,130 | +5% in Chula Vista |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $97,000 | -5% in Chula Vista |
| Restaurant Cook | $44,460 | $46,440 | +4% in Chula Vista |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $79,440 | -4% in Chula Vista |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Chula Vista cheaper to live in?
Anaheim and Chula Vista cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Chula Vista to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $59,113 a year gives the same standard of living in Chula Vista.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Chula Vista?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $116,513 in Chula Vista, 12% more in Chula Vista.