Santa Monica, California vs. Manhattan, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 18.6% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $81,427 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Manhattan
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Manhattan, NY
Compared to Santa Monica, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
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  18.6% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  86.0% higher
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  38.7% higher
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  Personal
  43.8% higher
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