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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Barbara, California vs Medford, Massachusetts

The cost of living in Medford, Massachusetts is 29.6% cheaper than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $105,668 in Medford, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Medford, Massachusetts is cheaper than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Medford
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs Medford, MA
Compared to Santa Barbara, Medford is:
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  29.6% lower
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  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.5% lower
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  Utilities
  25.1% higher
  Commute
  16.3% higher
  Health
  21.2% lower
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  Personal
  21.7% higher
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