salaryAtlanta is 11% 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
$1,999
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$166
👥 People living there
505,268
230,221
Commute to work
26.5 min
34.1 min
College degree
59.2%
39.8%
Own their home
46.4%
71.8%
Below poverty line
16.9%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Atlanta is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,999 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $66,393 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 30% more in Santa Clarita.