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BOSTON vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Boston, Massachusetts vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
42.0%
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts.
You would need a salary of
$355,075
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
132% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Boston, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
92.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
22.8% lower
Commute
26.4% lower
Health
26.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
20.6% lower
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