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Cost of Living Calculator - Buffalo, New York vs Santa Barbara, California

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 146.2% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $123,122 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
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• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
645% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Buffalo, Santa Barbara is:
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  146.2% higher
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  15.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,261.2% higher
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  Utilities
  15.8% lower
  Commute
  5.3% lower
  Health
  7.6% higher
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  Personal
  12.0% higher
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