salaryChattanooga is 21% 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
$1,537
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$166
👥 People living there
185,783
230,221
Commute to work
18.5 min
34.1 min
College degree
36%
39.8%
Own their home
52.4%
71.8%
Below poverty line
19.1%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $72,632 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 48% more in Santa Clarita.
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