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
$2,511
$2,654
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,352
$2,320
💵 Families earn per year
$109,576
$101,378
🔑 Buying a house
$929,900
$713,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,575
$3,997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$105
👥 People living there
439,418
312,534
Commute to work
29.8 min
24.5 min
College degree
48.7%
18.3%
Own their home
42.3%
44.6%
Below poverty line
13.4%
10.8%
Unemployment
6.4%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Oakland for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Santa Ana for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Oakland | Santa Ana | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $123,250 | $82,990 | -33% in Santa Ana |
| Registered Nurse | $186,610 | $135,560 | -27% in Santa Ana |
| Nurse Practitioner | $219,080 | $161,470 | -26% in Santa Ana |
| Electrician | $92,830 | $73,810 | -20% in Santa Ana |
| Medical Assistant | $59,790 | $47,760 | -20% in Santa Ana |
| Civil Engineer | $130,160 | $108,640 | -17% in Santa Ana |
| Dental Hygienist | $146,760 | $122,980 | -16% in Santa Ana |
| Operations Manager | $149,990 | $125,830 | -16% in Santa Ana |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oakland or Santa Ana cheaper to live in?
Oakland 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 Oakland?
About $58,938 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Ana.
Where do people earn more, Oakland or Santa Ana?
The typical household earns $109,576 in Oakland and $101,378 in Santa Ana, 8% more in Oakland.