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Cost of Living Calculator - Madison, Wisconsin vs Santa Barbara, California

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 114.9% more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $614,532 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
351% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Madison, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  114.9% higher
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  16.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  352.1% higher
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  Utilities
  16.1% lower
  Commute
  13.1% higher
  Health
  21.9% higher
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  Personal
  2.0% lower
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