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GOLETA vs. SANTA BARBARA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Goleta, California vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
22.3%
more expensive
than Goleta, California.
You would need a salary of
$195,645
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Goleta, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Goleta, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Goleta, California
Goleta, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Goleta, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
42.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.3% lower
Commute
2.0% higher
Health
0.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.1% lower
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