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SAN DIEGO vs. SANTA MARIA
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Cost of Living Calculator - San Diego, California vs Santa Maria, California
The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is
24.3%
cheaper
than San Diego, California.
You would need a salary of
$30,274
in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is
cheaper
than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs Santa Maria, CA
Compared to San Diego, Santa Maria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.3% lower
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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6.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
40.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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10.6% lower
Commute
20.8% lower
Health
27.2% higher
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Personal
2.7% lower
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