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Cost of Living Calculator - Meridian, Idaho vs Santa Barbara, California

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 83.9% more expensive than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $137,941 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
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• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
213% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs Santa_Barbara, CA
Compared to Meridian, Santa_Barbara is:
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  83.9% higher
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  21.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  259.0% higher
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  Utilities
  0.1% lower
  Commute
  7.3% higher
  Health
  12.9% higher
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  Personal
  5.6% higher
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