Glendale is 13% 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
$1,864
$2,654
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,633
$2,320
💵 Families earn per year
$79,302
$101,378
🔑 Buying a house
$387,500
$713,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,612
$3,997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$191
$105
👥 People living there
252,833
312,534
Commute to work
27.7 min
24.5 min
College degree
24.3%
18.3%
Own their home
57.2%
44.6%
Below poverty line
15.1%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Glendale 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glendale or Santa Ana cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $2,654 in Santa Ana.
What salary do I need in Santa Ana to match $60,000 in Glendale?
About $67,681 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Ana.
Where do people earn more, Glendale or Santa Ana?
The typical household earns $79,302 in Glendale and $101,378 in Santa Ana, 22% more in Santa Ana.