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TUCSON vs. EL CAJON
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Tucson, Arizona vs. El Cajon, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in El Cajon, California is
54.9%
more expensive
than Tucson, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$77,429
in El Cajon, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Tucson, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, El Cajon, California is
more expensive
than Tucson, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
139% more expensive in El Cajon
than in Tucson, Arizona
Tucson, AZ vs. El Cajon, CA
Compared to Tucson, El Cajon is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
54.9% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
180.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.3% higher
Commute
29.2% higher
Health
4.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.5% higher
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