Ann Arbor, Michigan vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 145.6% more expensive than Ann Arbor, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $103,160 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
263% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Ann Arbor, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  145.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  347.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.6% lower
  Commute
  54.6% higher
  Health
  11.5% higher
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  Personal
  8.9% higher
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