Roseville, CA vs Santa Ana, CA

Roseville, CA and Santa Ana, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.3% difference in their overall index. Roseville scores 154 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 Roseville is $2,099/month compared to $1,975/month in Santa Ana — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Santa Ana has cheaper rent, Roseville actually has lower median home values ($630,600 vs $657,800).

Median household income in Roseville is $117,354 compared to $88,354 in Santa Ana (+32.8%). Roseville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Roseville spend roughly 21.5% of their income on rent, less than the 26.8% in Santa Ana.

Climate-wise, Santa Ana is notably warmer with an average of 64.9°F compared to 61.2°F in Roseville. Roseville receives more rainfall at 18" per year compared to 11.2" in Santa Ana.