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Cost of Living Calculator - Palm Springs, California vs Santa Maria, California

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 9.3% cheaper than Palm Springs, California.

You would need a salary of $65,327 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Springs, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is cheaper than Palm Springs, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in Palm Springs, California
Palm Springs, CA vs Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Palm Springs, Santa Maria is:
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  9.3% lower
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  Food
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.6% lower
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  Utilities
  19.3% lower
  Commute
  26.8% lower
  Health
  29.7% higher
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  Personal
  2.3% lower
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