Chicago, Illinois vs. Goleta, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Goleta, California is 65.9% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $137,715 in Goleta, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Goleta, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
314% more expensive in Goleta
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Goleta, CA
Compared to Chicago, Goleta is:
  Homeowner
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  65.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  256.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  31.3% lower
  Health
  28.6% higher
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  Personal
  4.4% lower
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