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COLUMBIA vs. SANTA CLARA
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Columbia, Maryland vs. Santa Clara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is
98.7%
more expensive
than Columbia, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$158,986
in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clara, California is
more expensive
than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
225% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Columbia, Santa Clara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
98.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
10.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
270.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
21.6% lower
Commute
30.2% higher
Health
24.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.0% lower
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