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KNOXVILLE vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Knoxville, Tennessee vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
127.1%
more expensive
than Knoxville, Tennessee.
You would need a salary of
$261,189
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Knoxville, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
303% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Knoxville, Tennessee
Knoxville, TN vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Knoxville, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
127.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
14.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
424.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.2% lower
Commute
35.1% higher
Health
12.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
16.5% higher
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