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SANTA MONICA vs. SAN DIEGO
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Santa Monica, California vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
41.0%
cheaper
than Santa Monica, California.
You would need a salary of
$70,791
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
cheaper
than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in San Diego
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Santa Monica, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
41.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
62.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
27.2% higher
Commute
22.4% lower
Health
1.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.6% higher
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