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BERKELEY vs. SANTA MARIA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Berkeley, California vs Santa Maria, California
The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is
49.1%
cheaper
than Berkeley, California.
You would need a salary of
$25,481
in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is
cheaper
than Berkeley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Berkeley, Santa Maria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.1% lower
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Food
10.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
68.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
0.7% higher
Commute
19.8% lower
Health
3.1% lower
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Personal
7.8% lower
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