San Bernardino is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Bernardino to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,987
$2,021
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,696
$1,659
💵 Families earn per year
$130,411
$72,707
🔑 Buying a house
$1,100,000
$422,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,234
$2,594
⚡ Electric bill per month
$108
$143
👥 People living there
195,240
222,724
Commute to work
28.4 min
29.7 min
College degree
49%
13.1%
Own their home
55.4%
50%
Below poverty line
7.8%
18.6%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick San Bernardino for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntington Beach or San Bernardino cheaper to live in?
San Bernardino is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,021 a month there versus $2,987 in Huntington Beach.
What salary do I need in San Bernardino to match $60,000 in Huntington Beach?
About $57,682 a year gives the same standard of living in San Bernardino.
Where do people earn more, Huntington Beach or San Bernardino?
The typical household earns $130,411 in Huntington Beach and $72,707 in San Bernardino, 79% more in Huntington Beach.
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