salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,538
$2,654
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,983
$2,320
💵 Families earn per year
$67,365
$101,378
🔑 Buying a house
$518,100
$713,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
114.2
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,586
$3,997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$133
$105
👥 People living there
459,745
312,534
Commute to work
27.3 min
24.5 min
College degree
37.4%
18.3%
Own their home
30.8%
44.6%
Below poverty line
19.4%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.2%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Miami 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.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Miami | Santa Ana | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,300 | $101,860 | +75% in Santa Ana |
| Police Officer | $79,840 | $121,980 | +53% in Santa Ana |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,780 | $122,980 | +49% in Santa Ana |
| Registered Nurse | $91,380 | $135,560 | +48% in Santa Ana |
| Carpenter | $51,570 | $75,740 | +47% in Santa Ana |
| Civil Engineer | $83,750 | $108,640 | +30% in Santa Ana |
| Firefighter | $75,710 | $98,050 | +30% in Santa Ana |
| HVAC Technician | $58,040 | $73,830 | +27% in Santa Ana |
Frequently asked questions
Is Miami or Santa Ana cheaper to live in?
Miami and Santa Ana cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Santa Ana to match $60,000 in Miami?
About $59,690 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Ana.
Where do people earn more, Miami or Santa Ana?
The typical household earns $67,365 in Miami and $101,378 in Santa Ana, 34% more in Santa Ana.