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SAN DIEGO vs. SANTA BARBARA
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San Diego, California vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
35.8%
more expensive
than San Diego, California.
You would need a salary of
$258,111
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to San Diego, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
80.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.3% lower
Commute
19.3% lower
Health
27.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.9% lower
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