Santa Clarita, CA Economy


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Santa Clarita, CA is a great place to live. With its reasonable rent prices of $2,860 for a two bedroom, it's an affordable option for those looking to move. Santa Clarita has a unique grocery cost index of 102 compared to the US average of 100, making it an attractive choice for shopping. The city is home to many well-known companies such as College of the Canyons, Princess Cruises and Six Flags Magic Mountain. It also offers plenty of attractions for visitors and locals alike that include the William S Hart Museum, Castaic Lake and Placerita Nature Center. Whether you are looking for work or just want to have some fun, Santa Clarita is a great place to be.

Santa Clarita has an unemployment rate of 9.6%. The US average is 6.0%.

Santa Clarita has seen the job market increase by 0.7% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 33.9%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Santa Clarita
- The Sales Tax Rate for Santa Clarita is 9.5%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Santa Clarita is 9.3%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Santa Clarita
- The average income of a Santa Clarita resident is $33,879 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Santa Clarita resident is $106,166 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomySanta Clarita, CaliforniaUnited States
  9.66
  -12.2%-6.2%
  33.9%33.5%
  7.3%6.2%
  8.0%4.6%
  $42,435$37,638
  $106,166$69,021
  $119,672$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.2%1.2%
  0.1%0.5%
  6.1%6.8%
  9.3%10.0%
  2.6%2.5%
  10.5%11.0%
  3.8%4.8%
  1.1%0.8%
  4.6%1.9%
  4.1%4.7%
  2.3%1.9%
  7.5%7.6%
  0.1%0.1%
  4.6%4.2%
  9.7%9.3%
  13.3%14.0%
  3.7%2.1%
  6.2%7.0%
  4.7%4.8%
  5.5%4.7%
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It’s called awesome Town for a reason! Great schools, great People and climate! It’s a treasure!   More

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Wonderful community! Beautiful paseo paths throughout great for bike riding, roller skating, scooters, walks and jogs. Great weather, 30 minutes from the beach, lots  More

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My husband and I moved into our first home in 1989 - just as the Valencia Mall broke ground. I still miss the Bob's Big Boy at the corner of Valencia Blvd. and Magic  More

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