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WALTHAM vs. SANTA MONICA
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Waltham, Massachusetts vs. Santa Monica, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is
82.2%
more expensive
than Waltham, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$145,791
in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is
more expensive
than Waltham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Waltham, Massachusetts
Waltham, MA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Waltham, Santa Monica is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
82.2% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
192.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
32.4% lower
Commute
64.0% higher
Health
1.1% higher
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Personal
17.3% lower
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