Santa Cruz, California vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is 56.0% cheaper than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $21,990 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is cheaper than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Grand Rapids
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Santa Cruz, Grand Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  13.9% lower
  Health
  25.6% lower
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  Personal
  5.6% lower
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