Scotts Valley, CA vs Santa Cruz, CA

Rent & cost of living comparison

Santa Cruz, CA is 18% cheaper to rent than Scotts Valley, CA, with median rents of $3,649 vs $4,436. Household income is higher in Scotts Valley, CA ($143,750 vs $115,475). Santa Cruz, CA is more renter-heavy at 51.6% renters.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rents