Effingham, Illinois vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 52.9% more expensive than Effingham, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $76,448 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Effingham, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than Effingham, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
186% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Effingham, Illinois
Effingham, IL vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Effingham, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  52.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  179.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  66.1% higher
  Health
  10.2% lower
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  Personal
  1.7% higher
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