salaryOntario is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Ontario to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,808
$2,618
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$2,120
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$95,923
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$607,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$3,638
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$134
👥 People living there
276,375
180,547
Commute to work
28.6 min
31.5 min
College degree
33.2%
22.5%
Own their home
59.8%
58%
Below poverty line
8.7%
12.4%
Unemployment
8%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Ontario for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chula Vista | Ontario | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $163,270 | $133,270 | -18% in Ontario |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,790 | $105,730 | -15% in Ontario |
| Operations Manager | $119,600 | $102,260 | -14% in Ontario |
| HVAC Technician | $74,880 | $64,300 | -14% in Ontario |
| Accountant | $96,340 | $83,920 | -13% in Ontario |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,440 | $69,840 | -12% in Ontario |
| Plumber | $72,510 | $63,920 | -12% in Ontario |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $119,090 | $105,030 | -12% in Ontario |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Ontario cheaper to live in?
Ontario is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,618 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Ontario to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $57,080 a year gives the same standard of living in Ontario.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Ontario?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $95,923 in Ontario, 21% more in Chula Vista.