Los Altos, California vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 42.4% cheaper than Los Altos, California.

You would need a salary of $28,821 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Altos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is cheaper than Los Altos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Santa Monica
than in Los Altos, California
Los Altos, CA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Los Altos, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  42.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  10.8% higher
  Health
  16.2% lower
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  Personal
  0.1% lower
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