salaryBaltimore is 6% 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
$1,619
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$166
👥 People living there
573,243
230,221
Commute to work
29.1 min
34.1 min
College degree
36.1%
39.8%
Own their home
47.5%
71.8%
Below poverty line
19.7%
7.4%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore 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 Baltimore or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Baltimore is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,619 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $63,579 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 49% more in Santa Clarita.
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