Salinas, California vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 13.6% cheaper than Salinas, California.

You would need a salary of $43,203 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Salinas, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is cheaper than Salinas, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in Salinas, California
Salinas, CA vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Salinas, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  13.6% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  5.2% lower
  Health
  21.2% lower
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  Personal
  0.4% lower
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