Paia, Hawaii vs. Montecito, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montecito, California is 176.2% more expensive than Paia, Hawaii.

You would need a salary of $138,097 in Montecito, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Paia, Hawaii.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montecito, California is more expensive than Paia, Hawaii
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
255% more expensive in Montecito
than in Paia, Hawaii
Paia, HI vs. Montecito, CA
Compared to Paia, Montecito is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  176.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  22.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  293.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  51.8% lower
  Commute
  11.5% higher
  Health
  13.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower