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
$3,046
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,897
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$157,922
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$1,233,200
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.4
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,393
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$166
👥 People living there
990,138
230,221
Commute to work
27.3 min
34.1 min
College degree
47.3%
39.8%
Own their home
55.8%
71.8%
Below poverty line
8.1%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick San Jose for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is San Jose or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
San Jose 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 San Jose?
About $60,161 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, San Jose or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $157,922 in San Jose and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 19% more in San Jose.
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