Arlington, Virginia vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 24.9% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $56,343 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Arlington, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  24.9% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  22.3% lower
  Health
  12.5% higher
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  Personal
  12.1% lower
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