Santa Cruz, California vs. Albany, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, California is 5.0% more expensive than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $52,506 in Albany, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, California is more expensive than Santa Cruz, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
8% more expensive in Albany
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Albany, CA
Compared to Santa Cruz, Albany is:
  Homeowner
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  5.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  11.0% higher
  Health
  7.0% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  8.3% higher
Cost of Food
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