Santa Fe, New Mexico vs. Desert Hot Springs, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Desert Hot Springs, California is 3.8% cheaper than Santa Fe, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $72,171 in Desert Hot Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Desert Hot Springs, California is cheaper than Santa Fe, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Desert Hot Springs
than in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fe, NM vs. Desert Hot Springs, CA
Compared to Santa Fe, Desert Hot Springs is:
  Homeowner
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  3.8% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.1% higher
  Commute
  79.9% higher
  Health
  6.2% higher
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  Personal
  0.5% lower
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