Phoenix, Arizona vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 150.1% more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $125,069 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
301% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Phoenix, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  150.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  609.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  20.6% lower
  Commute
  31.3% higher
  Health
  2.5% lower
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  Personal
  3.8% higher
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