salaryArlington is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Santa Clarita to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$166
👥 People living there
397,742
230,221
Commute to work
26.6 min
34.1 min
College degree
32.6%
39.8%
Own their home
54.3%
71.8%
Below poverty line
12.9%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $64,441 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 39% more in Santa Clarita.
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