Decatur, Georgia vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 167.1% more expensive than Decatur, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $186,965 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Decatur, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
181% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Decatur, Georgia
Decatur, GA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Decatur, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  167.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  201.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  22.0% lower
  Commute
  29.8% higher
  Health
  8.0% lower
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  Personal
  2.9% higher
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