salaryMinneapolis is 6% 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
$1,649
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,805
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$87,192
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.8
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,339
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$166
👥 People living there
427,246
230,221
Commute to work
22 min
34.1 min
College degree
55.5%
39.8%
Own their home
47.7%
71.8%
Below poverty line
16%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Minneapolis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Minneapolis or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Minneapolis is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,649 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Minneapolis?
About $63,376 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Minneapolis or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $87,192 in Minneapolis and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 34% more in Santa Clarita.
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