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MESA vs. SANTA MARIA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Mesa, Arizona vs Santa Maria, California
The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is
12.0%
more expensive
than Mesa, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$83,994
in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Mesa, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is
more expensive
than Mesa, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Mesa, Arizona
Mesa, AZ vs Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Mesa, Santa Maria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.0% higher
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5.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
52.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
8.2% lower
Commute
16.5% lower
Health
22.4% higher
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Personal
3.5% higher
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