Manhattan, New York vs. Laguna Beach, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laguna Beach, California is 55.6% more expensive than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $98,028 in Laguna Beach, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laguna Beach, California is more expensive than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
134% more expensive in Laguna Beach
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Laguna Beach, CA
Compared to Manhattan, Laguna Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.5% lower
  Commute
  29.3% lower
  Health
  25.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  29.9% lower