salaryPortland is 5% 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
$1,874
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,915
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$98,056
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$581,500
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,743
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$106
$166
👥 People living there
641,165
230,221
Commute to work
24.1 min
34.1 min
College degree
53.8%
39.8%
Own their home
52%
71.8%
Below poverty line
12.7%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Portland 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 Portland or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Portland is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,874 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Portland?
About $63,016 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Portland or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $98,056 in Portland and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 26% more in Santa Clarita.
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