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MESA vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Mesa, Arizona vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
101.0%
more expensive
than Mesa, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$150,761
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Mesa, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Mesa, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
258% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Mesa, Arizona
Mesa, AZ vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Mesa, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
101.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
17.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
362.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.9% lower
Commute
14.9% lower
Health
22.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.3% higher
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