{"id":30940,"date":"2024-10-24T03:00:04","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T10:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=30940"},"modified":"2024-10-25T05:02:11","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T12:02:11","slug":"cheapest-places-to-live-in-california","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/cheapest-places-to-live-in-california\/","title":{"rendered":"9 of the Cheapest Places to Live in California"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s no secret that living in California can be pricey. In fact, California is considered the most expensive state to live in 2024. The primary driver of that statistic is high home prices, with the median being $906,600<\/a> in Q2 2024, a 9% increase from the previous year.<\/p>\n

If that figure is out of reach for you, then you aren\u2019t alone \u2014 only 14% of households<\/a> in California could afford to purchase a median-priced home in the second quarter of 2024. The good news for you? Affordable housing options do exist if you know where to look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Here are 9 of the cheapest places to live in California<\/h2>\n

Below are nine cities and towns in California that represent some of the cheapest places to live in the state. Please note that the estimated median home values listed will fluctuate with market conditions. Click on the value to see current estimates.<\/p>\n

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Redding<\/h3>\n

Population: 92,466<\/a><\/p>\n

Median local home value: $387,863<\/p>\n

Average household income: $89,349<\/a><\/p>\n

Redding greets visitors and residents alike with its ideal location, lively arts and culture scene, outdoor recreation options, and well as career and education options. With all of these available in Redding, it is considered one of California\u2019s hidden gems<\/a>. It is close enough to major cities such as Sacramento and San Francisco, but not too close, so it still provides a small-city feel. Heading to West Coast cities would not be a problem for its residents, but even within Redding, there is a vibrant community that welcomes everyone. It is home to one of 14 designated California Cultural Districts, and with its exciting outdoor recreation scene, it is proud to be \u201cyour basecamp for adventure<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Turlock<\/h3>\n

Population: 71,884<\/a><\/p>\n

Median local home value: $482,025<\/p>\n

Average household income: $95,366<\/a><\/p>\n

Turlock is a viable option for home buyers and renters, with its average rent of of $1,351 making it one of the cheapest in the state. It has a college-town vibe driven by the California State University, Stanislaus, which is also one of the city\u2019s largest employers. Compared to other nearby metros, the city of Turlock offers a higher value of living, which has earned it recognition as one of the best places to live<\/a> in California.<\/p>\n

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Lodi<\/h3>\n

Population: 68,092<\/a><\/p>\n

Median local home value: $515,685<\/p>\n

Average household income: $98,962<\/a><\/p>\n

California is known for a lot of things, one of them being wine. Located right in the heart of wine country<\/a>, Lodi is famous for its contribution to the industry. With almost 40% of California\u2019s premium wine grapes grown in this region, it\u2019s no wonder wine is so prominent in the city\u2019s culture<\/a>. You\u2019ll find unique police cars painted with vines, and downtown areas offer plenty of wines to sample.<\/p>\n

Aside from its vibrant wine culture, there are also plenty of family-friendly things to do in San Joaquin County, such as a scenic course through the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta or a show at the Bob Hope Theatre<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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