Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Santa Ana, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Ana, California is 1.8% more expensive than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $35,640 in Santa Ana, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Ana, California is more expensive than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
73% more expensive in Santa Ana
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Santa Ana, CA
Compared to Scottsdale, Santa Ana is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  3.0% higher
  Health
  1.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher