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Cost of Living Calculator - Metairie, Louisiana vs Santa Cruz, California

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 96.6% more expensive than Metairie, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $98,309 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Metairie, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Metairie, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
318% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Metairie, Louisiana
Metairie, LA vs Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Metairie, Santa Cruz is:
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  96.6% higher
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  12.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  286.1% higher
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  Utilities
  8.3% higher
  Commute
  7.5% lower
  Health
  7.9% higher
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  Personal
  5.2% higher
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