| | Ukiah, CA | Arcata, CA | United States |
| Overall | 119.5 | 108.0 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 107.0 | 101.7 | 100 |
| Health | 121.3 | 117.7 | 100 |
| Housing | 159.5 | 136.4 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $446,900 | $444,300 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,140.0% | 8,840.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 84.8 | 81.2 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 110.4 | 117.1 | 100 |
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Pros:
Nature hikes
Cons:
One of highest crime rates in the nation.
Opioid epidemic going on (you’ll regularly witness drug deals and ppl doing drugs)
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