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MERCED vs. CHICO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Merced, California vs Chico, California
The cost of living in Chico, California is
8.2%
more expensive
than Merced, California.
You would need a salary of
$140,696
in Chico, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chico, California is
more expensive
than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Chico
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs Chico, CA
Compared to Merced, Chico is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
41.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.5% higher
Commute
16.0% lower
Health
0.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.9% higher
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