salarySanta Clarita is 3% 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
$3,405
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$166
👥 People living there
311,690
230,221
Commute to work
24.7 min
34.1 min
College degree
70.6%
39.8%
Own their home
44.5%
71.8%
Below poverty line
10.8%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Santa Clarita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Santa Clarita is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $3,027 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $58,496 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 11% more in Irvine.