Santa Barbara, California vs. Bowling Green, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bowling Green, Kentucky is 61.2% cheaper than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $19,413 in Bowling Green, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bowling Green, Kentucky is cheaper than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% cheaper in Bowling Green
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. Bowling Green, KY
Compared to Santa Barbara, Bowling Green is:
  Homeowner
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  61.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  19.9% lower
  Health
  2.0% higher
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  Personal
  5.7% lower
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