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BIRMINGHAM vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Birmingham, Alabama vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
168.8%
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$672,061
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Birmingham, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Birmingham, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1154% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham, AL vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Birmingham, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
168.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
19.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1,290.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.4% lower
Commute
25.0% higher
Health
10.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
10.6% higher
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