Chicago, Illinois vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 13.0% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $67,821 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Chicago, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  13.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  31.3% lower
  Health
  28.6% higher
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  Personal
  4.3% lower
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