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OAKLAND vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Oakland, California vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
23.5%
more expensive
than Oakland, California.
You would need a salary of
$67,901
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Oakland, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
58.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.1% lower
Commute
22.9% lower
Health
3.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.2% lower
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