salaryAmarillo is 24% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Santa Ana to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$2,654
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$2,320
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$101,378
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$713,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$3,997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$105
👥 People living there
201,885
312,534
Commute to work
19.6 min
24.5 min
College degree
26.6%
18.3%
Own their home
59.7%
44.6%
Below poverty line
15.8%
10.8%
Unemployment
3.4%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Santa Ana for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Santa Ana | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $98,050 | +102% in Santa Ana |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,170 | $101,860 | +67% in Santa Ana |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $75,740 | +59% in Santa Ana |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $35,850 | +58% in Santa Ana |
| Registered Nurse | $86,850 | $135,560 | +56% in Santa Ana |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $121,980 | +55% in Santa Ana |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $194,410 | +49% in Santa Ana |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $73,830 | +48% in Santa Ana |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Santa Ana cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 24% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $2,654 in Santa Ana.
What salary do I need in Santa Ana to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $74,210 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Ana.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Santa Ana?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $101,378 in Santa Ana, 30% more in Santa Ana.