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SACRAMENTO vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Sacramento, California vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
79.2%
more expensive
than Sacramento, California.
You would need a salary of
$134,396
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
257% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Sacramento, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
79.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
8.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
254.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.3% lower
Commute
19.8% lower
Health
8.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.4% lower
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