salaryAurora 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
$1,887
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$166
👥 People living there
179,898
230,221
Commute to work
27.2 min
34.1 min
College degree
38.5%
39.8%
Own their home
66.4%
71.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
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 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,887 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $66,460 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 24% more in Santa Clarita.