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SANTA MONICA vs. MANHATTAN
Cost of Living Comparison
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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
$40,713
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
8.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
29.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
86.0% higher
Commute
4.0% higher
Health
38.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
43.8% higher
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