Santa Barbara, California vs. Mission Viejo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mission Viejo, California is 21.9% cheaper than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $234,190 in Mission Viejo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mission Viejo, California is cheaper than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Mission Viejo
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. Mission Viejo, CA
Compared to Santa Barbara, Mission Viejo is:
  Homeowner
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  21.9% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.5% higher
  Commute
  21.1% higher
  Health
  17.5% lower
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  Personal
  2.1% higher
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