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MELROSE vs. SANTA MONICA
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Melrose, Massachusetts vs. Santa Monica, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is
73.1%
more expensive
than Melrose, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$86,537
in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Melrose, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is
more expensive
than Melrose, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
111% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Melrose, Massachusetts
Melrose, MA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Melrose, Santa Monica is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
73.1% higher
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Food
1.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
173.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
24.0% lower
Commute
44.9% higher
Health
1.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
16.9% lower
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