Lincoln, Nebraska vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 122.4% more expensive than Lincoln, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $144,563 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Lincoln, Nebraska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
382% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln, NE vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Lincoln, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  122.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  403.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  45.4% higher
  Health
  18.8% lower
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  Personal
  6.3% higher
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