Santa Monica, California vs. Durham, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Durham, North Carolina is 64.1% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $17,929 in Durham, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Durham, North Carolina is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Durham
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Durham, NC
Compared to Santa Monica, Durham is:
  Homeowner
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  64.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.9% higher
  Commute
  45.7% lower
  Health
  8.5% higher
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  Personal
  7.7% lower
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