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ARVADA vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Arvada, Colorado vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
65.5%
more expensive
than Arvada, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$82,726
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arvada, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Arvada, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
168% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Arvada, Colorado
Arvada, CO vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Arvada, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
65.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
12.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
183.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
5.4% lower
Commute
17.2% lower
Health
35.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.0% lower
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