salaryGarland is 17% cheaperBased 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
$1,813
$2,654
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$2,320
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$101,378
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$713,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$3,997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$105
👥 People living there
246,844
312,534
Commute to work
29.7 min
24.5 min
College degree
25.4%
18.3%
Own their home
61.6%
44.6%
Below poverty line
13%
10.8%
Unemployment
4.8%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Santa Ana for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Santa Ana cheaper to live in?
Garland is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,813 a month there versus $2,654 in Santa Ana.
What salary do I need in Santa Ana to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $70,206 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Ana.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Santa Ana?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $101,378 in Santa Ana, 19% more in Santa Ana.