Cost of Living Calculator - Binghamton, New York vs Santa Cruz, California


The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 172.4% more expensive than Binghamton, New York.

You would need a salary of $136,212 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Binghamton, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Binghamton, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
893% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Binghamton, New York
Binghamton, NY vs Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Binghamton, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  172.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  14.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,067.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  43.1% higher
  Health
  4.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher

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