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BERKELEY vs. SANTA_CRUZ
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Cost of Living Calculator - Berkeley, California vs Santa Cruz, California
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
14.6%
cheaper
than Berkeley, California.
You would need a salary of
$64,067
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
cheaper
than Berkeley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% cheaper in Santa Cruz
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs Santa_Cruz, CA
Compared to Berkeley, Santa_Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
14.6% lower
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2.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
24.1% lower
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2.4% higher
Commute
6.9% lower
Health
6.5% lower
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Personal
6.2% lower
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