Santa Cruz, California vs. Half Moon Bay, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Half Moon Bay, California is 18.3% more expensive than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $80,430 in Half Moon Bay, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Half Moon Bay, California is more expensive than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Half Moon Bay
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Half Moon Bay, CA
Compared to Santa Cruz, Half Moon Bay is:
  Homeowner
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  18.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  32.6% higher
  Health
  7.5% higher
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  Personal
  14.9% higher
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