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PISMO BEACH vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Pismo Beach, California vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
13.9%
more expensive
than Pismo Beach, California.
You would need a salary of
$56,971
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Pismo Beach, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Pismo Beach, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Pismo Beach, California
Pismo Beach, CA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Pismo Beach, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
6.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.5% higher
Commute
15.7% higher
Health
0.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.3% higher
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