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SANTA CLARA vs. OAKLAND
Cost of Living Comparison
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Santa Clara, California vs. Oakland, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Oakland, California is
24.9%
cheaper
than Santa Clara, California.
You would need a salary of
$37,537
in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is
cheaper
than Santa Clara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Oakland
than in Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara, CA vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Santa Clara, Oakland is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
43.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.0% higher
Commute
10.5% lower
Health
8.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.7% higher
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