Linton, Indiana vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 183.4% more expensive than Linton, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $85,028 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Linton, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Linton, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
854% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Linton, Indiana
Linton, IN vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Linton, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  183.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  22.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,114.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% lower
  Commute
  47.3% higher
  Health
  25.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% higher