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Cost of Living Calculator - Rockville, Maryland vs Santa Cruz, California

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 45.8% more expensive than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $109,332 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Rockville, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
124% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Rockville, Santa Cruz is:
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  45.8% higher
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  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.1% higher
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  Utilities
  12.0% lower
  Commute
  17.5% lower
  Health
  25.8% higher
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  Personal
  5.1% higher
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