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SANTA MARIA vs. BOISE CITY
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Santa Maria, California vs. Boise City, Idaho
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is
4.0%
cheaper
than Santa Maria, California.
You would need a salary of
$47,982
in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is
cheaper
than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Boise City
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Santa Maria, Boise City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
21.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.1% lower
Commute
11.2% lower
Health
11.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.8% lower
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