Emporia, Kansas vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 195.7% more expensive than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $162,612 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Emporia, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1007% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Emporia, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  195.7% 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
  22.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,128.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.9% lower
  Commute
  54.0% higher
  Health
  5.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher