Gig Harbor, Washington vs. Santa Ana, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Ana, California is 2.1% more expensive than Gig Harbor, Washington.

You would need a salary of $76,587 in Santa Ana, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Gig Harbor, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Ana, California is more expensive than Gig Harbor, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% more expensive in Santa Ana
than in Gig Harbor, Washington
Gig Harbor, WA vs. Santa Ana, CA
Compared to Gig Harbor, Santa Ana is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.7% higher
  Commute
  1.2% higher
  Health
  5.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% lower