Frederick, Maryland vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 11.3% more expensive than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $55,637 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than Frederick, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Frederick, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.3% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  3.0% lower
  Health
  33.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower