salaryMesa is 7% 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
$1,826
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,712
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$89,248
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$408,000
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,604
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$166
👥 People living there
511,764
230,221
Commute to work
24.7 min
34.1 min
College degree
32.5%
39.8%
Own their home
64.4%
71.8%
Below poverty line
10.3%
7.4%
Unemployment
4.2%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Mesa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesa or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Mesa is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,826 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Mesa?
About $64,300 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Mesa or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $89,248 in Mesa and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 33% more in Santa Clarita.