Santa Maria, California vs. Santa Fe, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Fe, New Mexico is 6.1% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $46,952 in Santa Fe, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Fe, New Mexico is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% cheaper in Santa Fe
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Santa Fe, NM
Compared to Santa Maria, Santa Fe is:
  Homeowner
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  6.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.4% higher
  Commute
  15.8% lower
  Health
  27.4% lower
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  Personal
  3.5% higher
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