salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,806
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,016
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$86,801
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$777,600
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
112.6
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,547
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$132
$166
👥 People living there
8,483,844
230,221
Commute to work
40.3 min
34.1 min
College degree
41.6%
39.8%
Own their home
32.8%
71.8%
Below poverty line
17.9%
7.4%
Unemployment
8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick New York for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is New York or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
New York and Santa Clarita cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in New York?
About $59,018 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, New York or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $86,801 in New York and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 35% more in Santa Clarita.
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