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MELBOURNE vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Melbourne, Florida vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
130.8%
more expensive
than Melbourne, Florida.
You would need a salary of
$186,969
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Melbourne, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Melbourne, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
338% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Melbourne, Florida
Melbourne, FL vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Melbourne, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
130.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
495.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.3% lower
Commute
16.3% higher
Health
13.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.9% higher
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