Hoffman Estates, Illinois vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 151.5% more expensive than Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $125,763 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Hoffman Estates, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
435% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Hoffman Estates, IL vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Hoffman Estates, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  151.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  546.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.2% lower
  Commute
  20.4% higher
  Health
  2.5% higher
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  Personal
  4.2% lower
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