Alamogordo, New Mexico vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 64.3% more expensive than Alamogordo, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $164,276 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Alamogordo, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than Alamogordo, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
194% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Alamogordo, New Mexico
Alamogordo, NM vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Alamogordo, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  64.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  209.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.8% lower
  Commute
  47.6% higher
  Health
  30.4% higher
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  Personal
  9.1% higher
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