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ROYAL OAK vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Royal Oak, Michigan vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
100.3%
more expensive
than Royal Oak, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$190,281
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Royal Oak, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Royal Oak, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
350% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Royal Oak, Michigan
Royal Oak, MI vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Royal Oak, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
100.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
13.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
268.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.8% lower
Commute
3.0% lower
Health
36.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.1% lower
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