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LAKEWOOD vs. SANTA MARIA
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Lakewood, Colorado vs. Santa Maria, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is
6.5%
cheaper
than Lakewood, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$77,569
in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakewood, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is
cheaper
than Lakewood, Colorado
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
18% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in Lakewood, Colorado
Lakewood, CO vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Lakewood, Santa Maria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
6.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% lower
Commute
18.7% lower
Health
35.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.5% lower
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