Alhambra, California vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 63.2% more expensive than Alhambra, California.

You would need a salary of $81,603 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Alhambra, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Alhambra, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
94% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Alhambra, California
Alhambra, CA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Alhambra, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  63.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  156.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.6% lower
  Commute
  3.2% lower
  Health
  4.0% higher
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  Personal
  0.2% lower
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