salaryAurora is 5% 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
$2,087
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$166
👥 People living there
394,432
230,221
Commute to work
28.6 min
34.1 min
College degree
33.6%
39.8%
Own their home
62.4%
71.8%
Below poverty line
11.9%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora 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 Aurora or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,087 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $62,801 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 28% more in Santa Clarita.