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MOBILE vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Mobile, Alabama vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
145.5%
more expensive
than Mobile, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$171,834
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Mobile, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Mobile, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
622% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile, AL vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Mobile, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
145.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
19.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
655.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.1% lower
Commute
23.9% higher
Health
6.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.5% higher
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