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ST. LOUIS vs. SANTA BARBARA
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St. Louis, Missouri vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
163.5%
more expensive
than St. Louis, Missouri.
You would need a salary of
$316,179
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Louis, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than St. Louis, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
883% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in St. Louis, Missouri
St. Louis, MO vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to St. Louis, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
163.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
19.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
904.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.8% lower
Commute
1.5% lower
Health
20.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.5% higher
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