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NEW YORK vs. SANTA CRUZ
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New York, New York vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
20.7%
more expensive
than New York, New York.
You would need a salary of
$97,767
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to New York, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
33.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
37.9% lower
Commute
39.0% lower
Health
14.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.8% lower
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