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Cost of Living Calculator - Fresno, California vs Santa Monica, California

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 163.2% more expensive than Fresno, California.

You would need a salary of $131,646 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Fresno, California.
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• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Fresno, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
360% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Fresno, California
Fresno, CA vs Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Fresno, Santa Monica is:
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  163.2% higher
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  12.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  586.0% higher
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  Utilities
  28.1% lower
  Commute
  52.2% higher
  Health
  3.1% lower
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  Personal
  3.7% higher
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