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MINNEAPOLIS vs. SANTA CLARA
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Minneapolis, Minnesota vs. Santa Clara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is
123.9%
more expensive
than Minneapolis, Minnesota.
You would need a salary of
$358,248
in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clara, California is
more expensive
than Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
388% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN vs. Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Minneapolis, Santa Clara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
123.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
14.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
377.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.7% lower
Commute
29.5% higher
Health
42.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.3% lower
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