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SANTA BARBARA vs. MADISON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Barbara, California vs Madison, Wisconsin
The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is
53.5%
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California.
You would need a salary of
$17,219
in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% cheaper in Madison
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs Madison, WI
Compared to Santa Barbara, Madison is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
53.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
14.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
77.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
19.2% higher
Commute
11.5% lower
Health
17.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.0% higher
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