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Cost of Living Calculator - Pasadena, Maryland vs Santa Cruz, California

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 83.2% more expensive than Pasadena, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $137,376 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Pasadena, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Pasadena, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
207% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Pasadena, Maryland
Pasadena, MD vs Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Pasadena, Santa Cruz is:
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  83.2% higher
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  8.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  195.1% higher
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  Utilities
  13.1% lower
  Commute
  7.8% higher
  Health
  31.4% higher
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  Personal
  5.0% lower
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