Ridgecrest, California vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 26.3% more expensive than Ridgecrest, California.

You would need a salary of $94,745 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ridgecrest, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than Ridgecrest, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
130% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Ridgecrest, California
Ridgecrest, CA vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Ridgecrest, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  26.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  98.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.2% lower
  Commute
  6.3% lower
  Health
  22.1% higher
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  Personal
  1.4% higher
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