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LOS ANGELES vs. BAKERSFIELD
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Los Angeles, California vs. Bakersfield, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Bakersfield, California is
41.3%
cheaper
than Los Angeles, California.
You would need a salary of
$158,441
in Bakersfield, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bakersfield, California is
cheaper
than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Bakersfield
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Bakersfield, CA
Compared to Los Angeles, Bakersfield is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
41.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
64.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
19.2% higher
Commute
37.3% lower
Health
1.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.5% lower
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