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CHARLOTTE vs. COSTA MESA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Charlotte, North Carolina vs. Costa Mesa, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Costa Mesa, California is
78.3%
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$445,838
in Costa Mesa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Costa Mesa, California is
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
187% more expensive in Costa Mesa
than in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC vs. Costa Mesa, CA
Compared to Charlotte, Costa Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
78.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
5.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
245.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.0% lower
Commute
9.1% higher
Health
1.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.0% higher
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