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SAN DIEGO vs. SANTA MONICA
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San Diego, California vs. Santa Monica, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is
69.5%
more expensive
than San Diego, California.
You would need a salary of
$142,392
in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is
more expensive
than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to San Diego, Santa Monica is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
69.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
163.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
21.4% lower
Commute
28.8% higher
Health
1.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.6% lower
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