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MINNEAPOLIS vs. SANTA MARIA
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Minneapolis, Minnesota vs. Santa Maria, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is
15.6%
more expensive
than Minneapolis, Minnesota.
You would need a salary of
$57,810
in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is
more expensive
than Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Minneapolis, Santa Maria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
41.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% lower
Commute
12.3% lower
Health
49.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.1% lower
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