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SANTA BARBARA vs. SAN DIEGO
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Santa Barbara, California vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
26.4%
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California.
You would need a salary of
$66,987
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in San Diego
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Santa Barbara, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
26.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.0% higher
Commute
23.9% higher
Health
21.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.0% higher
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