Laguna Beach, California vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 40.9% cheaper than Laguna Beach, California.

You would need a salary of $44,303 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Laguna Beach, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is cheaper than Laguna Beach, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Santa Cruz
than in Laguna Beach, California
Laguna Beach, CA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Laguna Beach, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  40.9% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.9% lower
  Commute
  3.0% lower
  Health
  16.9% higher
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  Personal
  0.3% lower
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