Hobbs, New Mexico vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 53.3% more expensive than Hobbs, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $76,641 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Hobbs, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than Hobbs, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
259% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Hobbs, New Mexico
Hobbs, NM vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Hobbs, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  53.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  172.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.1% higher
  Commute
  32.6% higher
  Health
  28.6% higher
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  Personal
  6.2% higher
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