Santa Barbara, California vs. Eugene, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Eugene, Oregon is 50.8% cheaper than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $21,667 in Eugene, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Eugene, Oregon is cheaper than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Eugene
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. Eugene, OR
Compared to Santa Barbara, Eugene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.9% lower
  Commute
  8.8% lower
  Health
  15.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower