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CARLSBAD vs. COSTA_MESA
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Carlsbad, California vs. Costa Mesa, California
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The cost of living in Costa Mesa, California is
9.5%
cheaper
than Carlsbad, California.
You would need a salary of
$67,863
in Costa Mesa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Carlsbad, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Costa Mesa, California is
cheaper
than Carlsbad, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Costa Mesa
than in Carlsbad, California
Carlsbad, CA vs. Costa_Mesa, CA
Compared to Carlsbad, Costa_Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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7.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
9.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
7.2% lower
Commute
15.1% lower
Health
4.9% higher
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Personal
0.7% lower
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