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CARLSBAD vs. SAN DIEGO
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Carlsbad, California vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
18.4%
cheaper
than Carlsbad, California.
You would need a salary of
$40,814
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Carlsbad, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
cheaper
than Carlsbad, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in San Diego
than in Carlsbad, California
Carlsbad, CA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Carlsbad, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
26.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
5.5% higher
Commute
4.3% lower
Health
0.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.5% lower
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