Draper, Utah vs. Costa Mesa, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Costa Mesa, California is 26.1% more expensive than Draper, Utah.

You would need a salary of $63,050 in Costa Mesa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Draper, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Costa Mesa, California is more expensive than Draper, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in Costa Mesa
than in Draper, Utah
Draper, UT vs. Costa Mesa, CA
Compared to Draper, Costa Mesa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  7.8% higher
  Health
  7.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% higher