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BAKERSFIELD vs. SANTA MARIA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Bakersfield, California vs. Santa Maria, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is
17.4%
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California.
You would need a salary of
$234,816
in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Bakersfield, Santa Maria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
58.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.7% lower
Commute
8.1% lower
Health
23.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.2% lower
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