salaryChicago is 7% 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
$1,983
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$166
👥 People living there
2,711,226
230,221
Commute to work
33.1 min
34.1 min
College degree
44.3%
39.8%
Own their home
46%
71.8%
Below poverty line
16.8%
7.4%
Unemployment
8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Chicago is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,983 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $64,127 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 37% more in Santa Clarita.