Palm Springs, California vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 103.2% more expensive than Palm Springs, California.

You would need a salary of $121,928 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Springs, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Palm Springs, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
167% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Palm Springs, California
Palm Springs, CA vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Palm Springs, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  103.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  309.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  29.1% lower
  Commute
  19.0% higher
  Health
  3.3% higher
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  Personal
  1.1% lower
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