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CARY vs. SANTA CLARA
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Cary, North Carolina vs. Santa Clara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is
106.2%
more expensive
than Cary, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$412,456
in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Cary, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clara, California is
more expensive
than Cary, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Cary, North Carolina
Cary, NC vs. Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Cary, Santa Clara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
106.2% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
12.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
248.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.8% lower
Commute
62.6% higher
Health
13.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.0% higher
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