New Orleans, Louisiana vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 19.5% more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $89,616 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, LA vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to New Orleans, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  19.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  28.2% lower
  Health
  11.1% higher
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  Personal
  5.0% higher
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