Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 169.7% more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $134,871 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
450% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Valparaiso, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  169.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  654.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.0% lower
  Commute
  38.8% higher
  Health
  0.3% lower
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  Personal
  1.3% higher
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