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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Barbara, California vs Los Angeles, California

The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is 19.1% cheaper than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $48,549 in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is cheaper than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Los Angeles
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Santa Barbara, Los Angeles is:
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  19.1% lower
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  8.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.6% lower
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  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  70.4% higher
  Health
  20.5% lower
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  Personal
  2.0% higher
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