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BOULDER vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Boulder, Colorado vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
21.4%
more expensive
than Boulder, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$291,408
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boulder, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Boulder, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Boulder, Colorado
Boulder, CO vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Boulder, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.4% higher
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Renter
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Food
4.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
23.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.1% higher
Commute
16.1% higher
Health
27.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.3% lower
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