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ATLANTA vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Atlanta, Georgia vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
86.0%
more expensive
than Atlanta, Georgia.
You would need a salary of
$427,802
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Atlanta, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Atlanta, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
248% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, GA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Atlanta, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
86.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
12.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
251.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.7% lower
Commute
9.9% lower
Health
10.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.7% higher
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