Santa Cruz, California vs. Ann Arbor, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ann Arbor, Michigan is 45.6% cheaper than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $27,199 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ann Arbor, Michigan is cheaper than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Ann Arbor
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Ann Arbor, MI
Compared to Santa Cruz, Ann Arbor is:
  Homeowner
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  45.6% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  9.4% lower
  Health
  25.9% lower
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  Personal
  8.7% lower
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