Antioch, CA vs Santa Ana, CA

Antioch, CA and Santa Ana, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.2% difference in their overall index. Antioch scores 159 while Santa Ana scores 154 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Antioch is $2,241/month compared to $1,975/month in Santa Ana — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Santa Ana has cheaper rent, Antioch actually has lower median home values ($607,400 vs $657,800).

Median household income in Antioch is $94,256 compared to $88,354 in Santa Ana (+6.7%). While Antioch is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Antioch spend roughly 28.5% of their income on rent, more than the 26.8% in Santa Ana.