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LANCASTER vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Lancaster, California vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
89.5%
more expensive
than Lancaster, California.
You would need a salary of
$189,478
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Lancaster, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
266% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Lancaster, California
Lancaster, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Lancaster, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
89.5% higher
Child Care
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Food
15.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
300.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
22.1% lower
Commute
18.6% lower
Health
27.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.3% lower
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