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LA MESA vs. CARLSBAD
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La Mesa, California vs. Carlsbad, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Carlsbad, California is
28.8%
more expensive
than La Mesa, California.
You would need a salary of
$64,384
in Carlsbad, California to maintain the standard of living you have in La Mesa, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carlsbad, California is
more expensive
than La Mesa, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% more expensive in Carlsbad
than in La Mesa, California
La Mesa, CA vs. Carlsbad, CA
Compared to La Mesa, Carlsbad is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
56.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
8.6% lower
Commute
4.8% higher
Health
0.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.8% higher
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