salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,808
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$131
👥 People living there
276,375
1,389,526
Commute to work
28.6 min
23.5 min
College degree
33.2%
51%
Own their home
59.8%
47.3%
Below poverty line
8.7%
11%
Unemployment
8%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chula Vista | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $139,520 | $139,520 | 0% in San Diego |
| Nurse Practitioner | $163,860 | $163,860 | 0% in San Diego |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,720 | $79,720 | 0% in San Diego |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,070 | $48,070 | 0% in San Diego |
| Medical Assistant | $49,420 | $49,420 | 0% in San Diego |
| Pharmacist | $165,130 | $165,130 | 0% in San Diego |
| Physician Assistant | $165,160 | $165,160 | 0% in San Diego |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,790 | $123,790 | 0% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Chula Vista and San Diego cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or San Diego?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $116,561 in San Diego, 0% more in San Diego.