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PORTLAND vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Portland, Oregon vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
64.6%
more expensive
than Portland, Oregon.
You would need a salary of
$200,784
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Portland, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
183% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Portland, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
64.6% higher
Child Care
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Food
9.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
176.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.9% higher
Commute
25.3% lower
Health
24.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.5% lower
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