Montgomery is 23% 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
$1,304
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$166
👥 People living there
197,494
230,221
Commute to work
20.7 min
34.1 min
College degree
33.8%
39.8%
Own their home
54.4%
71.8%
Below poverty line
21.5%
7.4%
Unemployment
6.4%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery 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 Montgomery or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 23% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Montgomery?
About $74,075 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 54% more in Santa Clarita.
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