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SACRAMENTO vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Sacramento, California vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
67.4%
more expensive
than Sacramento, California.
You would need a salary of
$418,300
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
197% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Sacramento, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
67.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
177.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.0% lower
Commute
8.7% lower
Health
5.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.5% lower
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