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EL CAJON vs. SANTA BARBARA
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El Cajon, California vs. Santa Barbara, California
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The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
47.0%
more expensive
than El Cajon, California.
You would need a salary of
$272,007
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in El Cajon, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than El Cajon, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
109% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in El Cajon, California
El Cajon, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to El Cajon, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
47.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
122.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
18.4% lower
Commute
22.3% lower
Health
27.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.9% lower
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