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PETALUMA vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Petaluma, California vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
25.6%
more expensive
than Petaluma, California.
You would need a salary of
$131,898
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Petaluma, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Petaluma, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Petaluma, California
Petaluma, CA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Petaluma, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
25.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
31.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.7% lower
Commute
2.3% lower
Health
1.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.6% lower
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