Santa Maria, California vs. Lake Havasu City, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Havasu City, Arizona is 11.0% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $66,722 in Lake Havasu City, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Havasu City, Arizona is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Lake Havasu City
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Lake Havasu City, AZ
Compared to Santa Maria, Lake Havasu City is:
  Homeowner
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  11.0% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  15.1% lower
  Health
  15.8% higher
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  Personal
  5.6% lower
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