Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 53.2% more expensive than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $249,773 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
111% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Scottsdale, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  53.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  147.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.9% lower
  Commute
  11.2% lower
  Health
  22.4% higher
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  Personal
  2.0% higher
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