salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Santa Ana to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,109
$2,654
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,075
$2,320
💵 Families earn per year
$89,656
$101,378
🔑 Buying a house
$486,700
$713,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,516
$3,997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$105
👥 People living there
185,604
312,534
Commute to work
26.1 min
24.5 min
College degree
40.8%
18.3%
Own their home
54.1%
44.6%
Below poverty line
15%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.3%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Lauderdale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Santa Ana for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Lauderdale | Santa Ana | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $101,860 | +75% in Santa Ana |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $121,980 | +53% in Santa Ana |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $122,980 | +49% in Santa Ana |
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $135,560 | +48% in Santa Ana |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $75,740 | +47% in Santa Ana |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $108,640 | +30% in Santa Ana |
| Firefighter | $75,710 | $98,050 | +30% in Santa Ana |
| HVAC Technician | $58,040 | $73,830 | +27% in Santa Ana |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Lauderdale or Santa Ana cheaper to live in?
Fort Lauderdale and Santa Ana cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Santa Ana to match $60,000 in Fort Lauderdale?
About $59,690 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Ana.
Where do people earn more, Fort Lauderdale or Santa Ana?
The typical household earns $89,656 in Fort Lauderdale and $101,378 in Santa Ana, 12% more in Santa Ana.
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