Santa Monica, California vs. Darien, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Darien, Connecticut is 7.4% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $92,608 in Darien, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Darien, Connecticut is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
21% cheaper in Darien
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Darien, CT
Compared to Santa Monica, Darien is:
  Homeowner
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  7.4% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  44.6% higher
  Commute
  11.3% lower
  Health
  40.6% higher
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  Personal
  19.5% higher
Cost of Food
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