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SANTA CRUZ vs. SANTA BARBARA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Santa Cruz, California vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
7.1%
more expensive
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$26,769
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Santa Cruz, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
27.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.5% lower
Commute
12.2% lower
Health
3.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.9% lower
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