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ALAMEDA vs. SANTA BARBARA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Alameda, California vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
3.8%
more expensive
than Alameda, California.
You would need a salary of
$93,386
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Alameda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Alameda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Alameda, California
Alameda, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Alameda, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
17.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.9% higher
Commute
22.6% lower
Health
3.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.5% lower
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