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SAN DIEGO vs. SANTA CRUZ
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San Diego, California vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
26.9%
more expensive
than San Diego, California.
You would need a salary of
$12,687
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to San Diego, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
26.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
41.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.0% lower
Commute
8.1% lower
Health
22.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.0% lower
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