Santa Maria, California vs. Rancho Palos Verdes, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rancho Palos Verdes, California is 108.5% more expensive than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $156,363 in Rancho Palos Verdes, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rancho Palos Verdes, California is more expensive than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
194% more expensive in Rancho Palos Verdes
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Compared to Santa Maria, Rancho Palos Verdes is:
  Homeowner
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  108.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  234.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  71.8% higher
  Health
  20.3% lower
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  Personal
  0.8% higher
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