Castro Valley, California vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 5.2% more expensive than Castro Valley, California.

You would need a salary of $52,585 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Castro Valley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Castro Valley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Castro Valley, California
Castro Valley, CA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Castro Valley, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  5.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  12.0% lower
  Health
  6.5% lower
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  Personal
  6.2% lower
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