San Diego vs Los Angeles

Cost of living comparison — which city stretches your money further?

More Affordable
San Diego

United States

130cost index

San Diego is 30% more expensive than the US average.

Los Angeles

United States

133cost index

Los Angeles is 33% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

2.3%

Los Angeles is 2.3% pricier than San Diego

Salary Equivalent

0.98x

$1,000 in Los Angeles = $977 in San Diego