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IOWA CITY vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
149.9%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$124,943
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
473% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Iowa City, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
149.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
14.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
418.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.9% lower
Commute
41.6% higher
Health
8.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.1% lower
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