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SAN JOSE vs. SANTA BARBARA
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San Jose, California vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
1.3%
more expensive
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$93
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to San Jose, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.3% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
0.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
15.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.8% lower
Commute
35.8% lower
Health
5.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.2% lower
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