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PASADENA vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Pasadena, California vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
17.3%
more expensive
than Pasadena, California.
You would need a salary of
$158,323
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Pasadena, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Pasadena, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Pasadena, California
Pasadena, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Pasadena, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
8.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
42.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.7% lower
Commute
37.6% lower
Health
30.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.2% lower
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