Santa Maria, California vs. Topeka, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 35.1% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $48,682 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Topeka
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Topeka, KS
Compared to Santa Maria, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
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  35.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.2% higher
  Commute
  22.4% lower
  Health
  4.7% lower
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  Personal
  2.3% lower
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