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SEATTLE vs. SANTA MARIA
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Seattle, Washington vs. Santa Maria, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is
27.7%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$36,174
in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Seattle, Santa Maria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
46.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
33.6% higher
Commute
30.8% lower
Health
28.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.5% lower
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