Cost of Living Calculator - Isla Vista, California vs Santa Cruz, California


The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 4.6% more expensive than Isla Vista, California.

You would need a salary of $78,471 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Isla Vista, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Isla Vista, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
79% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Isla Vista, California
Isla Vista, CA vs Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Isla Vista, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  23.1% higher
  Health
  3.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher

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