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KANSAS CITY vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Kansas City, Missouri vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
131.5%
more expensive
than Kansas City, Missouri.
You would need a salary of
$173,635
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Kansas City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Kansas City, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
472% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City, MO vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Kansas City, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
131.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
15.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
521.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% lower
Commute
24.6% higher
Health
6.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.2% higher
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