Santa Barbara, California vs. Palmdale, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palmdale, California is 39.7% cheaper than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $30,174 in Palmdale, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmdale, California is cheaper than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Palmdale
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. Palmdale, CA
Compared to Santa Barbara, Palmdale is:
  Homeowner
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  39.7% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  25.9% higher
  Commute
  85.3% higher
  Health
  21.5% lower
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  Personal
  2.2% higher
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