salaryAurora is 14% 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
$1,887
$2,654
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$2,320
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$101,378
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$713,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$3,997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$105
👥 People living there
179,898
312,534
Commute to work
27.2 min
24.5 min
College degree
38.5%
18.3%
Own their home
66.4%
44.6%
Below poverty line
9.5%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Santa Ana for higher incomes, shorter commutes, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Santa Ana cheaper to live in?
Aurora is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $2,654 in Santa Ana.
What salary do I need in Santa Ana to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $68,168 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Ana.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Santa Ana?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $101,378 in Santa Ana, 0% more in Santa Ana.