Santa Barbara, California vs. Scottsdale, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is 34.7% cheaper than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $59,386 in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is cheaper than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Scottsdale
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Santa Barbara, Scottsdale is:
  Homeowner
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  34.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.5% higher
  Commute
  12.6% higher
  Health
  18.3% lower
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  Personal
  2.0% lower
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