Aurora, Colorado vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 71.2% more expensive than Aurora, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $256,728 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Aurora, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Aurora, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
177% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Aurora, Colorado
Aurora, CO vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Aurora, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  71.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  177.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  9.1% lower
  Health
  28.0% higher
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  Personal
  1.2% lower
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