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Cost of Living Calculator - Manhattan, New York vs Santa Monica, California

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 22.8% more expensive than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $325,451 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
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• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Manhattan, Santa Monica is:
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  22.8% higher
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  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.3% higher
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  Utilities
  46.2% lower
  Commute
  3.9% lower
  Health
  27.9% lower
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  Personal
  30.5% lower
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