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PALO vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Palo, Iowa vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
137.6%
more expensive
than Palo, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$118,811
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Palo, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
426% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Palo, Iowa
Palo, IA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Palo, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
137.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
14.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
417.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.4% lower
Commute
28.1% higher
Health
10.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.9% higher
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