Phoenix, Arizona vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 11.7% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $46,907 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Phoenix, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  11.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  19.3% lower
  Health
  22.4% higher
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  Personal
  2.6% higher
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