Ferndale, Washington vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 71.4% more expensive than Ferndale, Washington.

You would need a salary of $210,872 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ferndale, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Ferndale, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
127% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Ferndale, Washington
Ferndale, WA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Ferndale, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  71.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  137.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  34.1% higher
  Commute
  27.7% higher
  Health
  12.3% higher
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  Personal
  2.9% lower
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