Buffalo, New York vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 207.2% more expensive than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $307,232 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
709% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Buffalo, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  207.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,891.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  24.6% lower
  Commute
  51.2% higher
  Health
  14.3% lower
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  Personal
  13.6% higher
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