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SANTA BARBARA vs. TACOMA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Barbara, California vs Tacoma, Washington
The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is
45.8%
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California.
You would need a salary of
$27,077
in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington 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 Tacoma
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs Tacoma, WA
Compared to Santa Barbara, Tacoma is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
45.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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11.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
73.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
24.8% lower
Commute
23.0% higher
Health
22.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.3% higher
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