11 Cheapest Places to Live in California

8) Redlands

Redlands is a city near San Bernardino in California with affordable living options.

The cost of living index is lower than California’s by 12 points, at 123. The median home value in this city is $344,000, and the median household income, at over $66,000, is higher than that of California as a state overall. The median age of residents matches California’s median of 36.2 years old. Redlands is an attractive city in terms of more than just affordability. There are many different places for people of various interests to pass the time. There are places to shop, including antiques malls and markets, theatres, a variety of restaurants, and more. There are also annual events that take place throughout the year, such as the Redlands Bowl, which is a summer concert series.