salaryDurham is 13% 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
$1,797
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$166
👥 People living there
291,467
230,221
Commute to work
22.3 min
34.1 min
College degree
57.3%
39.8%
Own their home
52.3%
71.8%
Below poverty line
11.7%
7.4%
Unemployment
3.8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $68,085 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 34% more in Santa Clarita.