Santa Maria, California vs. West Fargo, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Fargo, North Dakota is 24.3% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $104,466 in West Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Fargo, North Dakota is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in West Fargo
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. West Fargo, ND
Compared to Santa Maria, West Fargo is:
  Homeowner
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  24.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  16.8% lower
  Health
  16.1% lower
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  Personal
  3.9% lower
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