salaryMilwaukee 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
$1,284
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,170
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$58,491
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$184,000
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.9
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,668
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$156
$166
👥 People living there
566,973
230,221
Commute to work
22.4 min
34.1 min
College degree
27.4%
39.8%
Own their home
41.8%
71.8%
Below poverty line
22.8%
7.4%
Unemployment
6.2%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Milwaukee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Milwaukee or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Milwaukee is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,284 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Milwaukee?
About $68,531 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Milwaukee or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $58,491 in Milwaukee and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 56% more in Santa Clarita.
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