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ORANGE vs. SANTA MARIA
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Orange, California vs. Santa Maria, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is
26.0%
cheaper
than Orange, California.
You would need a salary of
$74,024
in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Orange, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is
cheaper
than Orange, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in Orange, California
Orange, CA vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Orange, Santa Maria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
26.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.8% lower
Commute
15.0% lower
Health
21.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.6% lower
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