salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,666
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$166
👥 People living there
236,254
230,221
Commute to work
26.2 min
34.1 min
College degree
77.1%
39.8%
Own their home
41.3%
71.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
7.4%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Arlington and Santa Clarita cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $61,012 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 15% more in Arlington.
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