Santa Maria, California vs. New York, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New York, New York is 38.9% more expensive than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $69,440 in New York, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New York, New York is more expensive than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in New York
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. New York, NY
Compared to Santa Maria, New York is:
  Homeowner
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  38.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  63.8% higher
  Commute
  90.2% higher
  Health
  12.7% higher
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  Personal
  18.0% higher
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