Hayward, California vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 29.5% more expensive than Hayward, California.

You would need a salary of $129,548 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Hayward, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Hayward, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Hayward, California
Hayward, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Hayward, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  29.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  21.7% lower
  Health
  3.1% lower
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  Personal
  9.0% lower
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