North Liberty, Iowa vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 31.8% more expensive than North Liberty, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $65,907 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in North Liberty, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than North Liberty, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
113% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in North Liberty, Iowa
North Liberty, IA vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to North Liberty, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  23.0% higher
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower