Albany, California vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 43.2% cheaper than Albany, California.

You would need a salary of $28,404 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is cheaper than Albany, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in Albany, California
Albany, CA vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Albany, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  43.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  22.4% lower
  Health
  3.1% lower
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  Personal
  9.3% lower
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