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Cost of Living Calculator - Arlington, Virginia vs Santa Cruz, California

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 25.9% more expensive than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $176,300 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
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• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Arlington, Santa Cruz is:
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  25.9% higher
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  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.4% higher
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  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  9.8% lower
  Health
  8.5% higher
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  Personal
  10.6% lower
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