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NEWTON vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Cost of Living Calculator - Newton, Massachusetts vs Santa Cruz, California

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 2.1% cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $73,413 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Massachusetts.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Housing
13% cheaper in Santa Cruz
than in Newton, Massachusetts

Newton, MA vs Santa Cruz, CA

Compared to Newton, Santa Cruz is:

Homeowner

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2.1% lower

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5.7% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

13.6% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

19.6% lower

Commute

11.2% higher

Health

22.4% higher

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Personal

16.4% lower

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