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RIVERSIDE vs. SANTA CRUZ
Cost of Living Comparison
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Riverside, California vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
51.8%
more expensive
than Riverside, California.
You would need a salary of
$75,876
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Riverside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Riverside, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Riverside, California
Riverside, CA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Riverside, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
51.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
11.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
122.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.8% lower
Commute
24.4% lower
Health
25.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.0% lower
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