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ANCHORAGE vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Cost of Living Calculator - Anchorage, Alaska vs Santa Cruz, California
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
75.4%
more expensive
than Anchorage, Alaska.
You would need a salary of
$263,147
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Anchorage, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Anchorage, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
268% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage, AK vs Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Anchorage, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
75.4% higher
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8.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
172.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.5% lower
Commute
5.6% higher
Health
12.9% lower
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Personal
15.1% lower
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