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SEATTLE vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Seattle, Washington vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
29.9%
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$116,871
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Seattle, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
62.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
31.1% higher
Commute
29.5% lower
Health
28.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.7% lower
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