salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$3,112
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,480
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$104,986
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$731,700
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.3
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,456
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$166
👥 People living there
666,442
230,221
Commute to work
30.3 min
34.1 min
College degree
54.9%
39.8%
Own their home
35.7%
71.8%
Below poverty line
16.6%
7.4%
Unemployment
6.1%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Boston for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for lower rent, higher incomes, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Boston and Santa Clarita cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Boston?
About $61,360 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Boston or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $104,986 in Boston and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 21% more in Santa Clarita.