Santa Maria, California vs. Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Walton Beach, Florida is 20.0% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $34,393 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Walton Beach, Florida is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Fort Walton Beach
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Fort Walton Beach, FL
Compared to Santa Maria, Fort Walton Beach is:
  Homeowner
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  20.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.5% higher
  Commute
  5.4% lower
  Health
  8.0% lower
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  Personal
  3.4% lower
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