Bakersfield is one of the most affordable large California cities. With median home prices at $311,100, you can afford to live in the top luxury neighborhoods and still enjoy everything California has to offer.
Cost of Living Index
Los Angeles, CA
Bakersfield, CA
Overall index: Homeowner, No Child Care, Taxes not considered
176.2
103.4
Food & Groceries
104.1
99.0
Housing (homeowner)
298.2
105
Median Home Cost
$883,400
311,110
Utilities
93.7
111.7
Transportation
165.3
103.6
Health
90
91.6
Miscellaneous
104.5
102.9