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BETHESDA vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Bethesda, Maryland vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
16.0%
more expensive
than Bethesda, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$203,048
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bethesda, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Bethesda, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Bethesda, Maryland
Bethesda, MD vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Bethesda, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
37.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.6% lower
Commute
24.7% lower
Health
30.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.3% higher
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