Santa Maria, California vs. San Diego, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Diego, California is 32.1% more expensive than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $118,913 in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is more expensive than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% more expensive in San Diego
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Santa Maria, San Diego is:
  Homeowner
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  32.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  26.3% higher
  Health
  21.4% lower
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  Personal
  2.8% higher
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