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Cost of Living Calculator - Blacksburg, Virginia vs Santa Cruz, California

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 113.1% more expensive than Blacksburg, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $213,089 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Blacksburg, Virginia.
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• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Blacksburg, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
250% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Blacksburg, Virginia
Blacksburg, VA vs Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Blacksburg, Santa Cruz is:
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  113.1% higher
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  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  210.3% higher
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  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  77.9% higher
  Health
  6.8% lower
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  Personal
  3.6% higher
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