Melville, New York vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 62.0% more expensive than Melville, New York.

You would need a salary of $121,529 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Melville, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Melville, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
112% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Melville, New York
Melville, NY vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Melville, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  62.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  203.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  35.6% lower
  Commute
  36.9% higher
  Health
  28.0% lower
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  Personal
  3.7% lower
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