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Cost of Living Calculator - Amherst, Virginia vs Santa Clara, California

The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is 173.1% more expensive than Amherst, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $204,805 in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, Virginia.
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• Overall, Santa Clara, California is more expensive than Amherst, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
470% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Amherst, Virginia
Amherst, VA vs Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Amherst, Santa Clara is:
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  173.1% higher
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  17.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  617.5% higher
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  Utilities
  15.6% lower
  Commute
  70.1% higher
  Health
  3.7% higher
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  Personal
  9.3% higher
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