Malibu, California vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 56.8% cheaper than Malibu, California.

You would need a salary of $21,575 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Malibu, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is cheaper than Malibu, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Santa Cruz
than in Malibu, California
Malibu, CA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Malibu, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  56.8% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  34.0% lower
  Health
  21.1% higher
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  Personal
  0.8% higher
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