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BAKERSFIELD vs. SAN DIEGO
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Bakersfield, California vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
55.1%
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California.
You would need a salary of
$111,691
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in San Diego
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Bakersfield, San Diego is:
Homeowner
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55.1% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
10.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
165.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.0% lower
Commute
16.0% higher
Health
2.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.6% higher
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