salaryDes Moines 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
$1,266
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,254
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$71,108
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$194,700
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.7
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,496
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$166
👥 People living there
212,421
230,221
Commute to work
19.5 min
34.1 min
College degree
29.7%
39.8%
Own their home
60.5%
71.8%
Below poverty line
15%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Des Moines for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Des Moines or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Des Moines is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,266 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Des Moines?
About $72,444 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Des Moines or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $71,108 in Des Moines and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 46% more in Santa Clarita.
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