salaryMadison is 14% 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
$1,723
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,628
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$84,177
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$372,900
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,541
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$120
$166
👥 People living there
278,001
230,221
Commute to work
19.4 min
34.1 min
College degree
59.9%
39.8%
Own their home
46%
71.8%
Below poverty line
16.4%
7.4%
Unemployment
2.7%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Madison for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Madison or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Madison is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,723 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Madison?
About $68,285 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Madison or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $84,177 in Madison and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 37% more in Santa Clarita.