Santa Clarita, California vs. Rainier, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rainier, Washington is 21.8% cheaper than Santa Clarita, California.

You would need a salary of $78,169 in Rainier, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clarita, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rainier, Washington is cheaper than Santa Clarita, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Rainier
than in Santa Clarita, California
Santa Clarita, CA vs. Rainier, WA
Compared to Santa Clarita, Rainier is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.8% lower
      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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.7% lower
  Commute
  2.4% lower
  Health
  5.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower