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Cost of Living Calculator - Bethesda, Maryland vs Santa Monica, California

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 44.8% more expensive than Bethesda, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $325,772 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bethesda, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Bethesda, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Bethesda, Maryland
Bethesda, MD vs Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Bethesda, Santa Monica is:
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  44.8% higher
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  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  100.7% higher
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  Utilities
  26.1% lower
  Commute
  20.2% higher
  Health
  3.9% higher
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  Personal
  3.7% higher
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