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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Barbara, California vs Palm Springs, California

The cost of living in Palm Springs, California is 38.6% cheaper than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $110,531 in Palm Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Springs, California is cheaper than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Palm Springs
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs Palm Springs, CA
Compared to Santa Barbara, Palm Springs is:
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  38.6% lower
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  12.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.2% lower
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  Utilities
  26.3% higher
  Commute
  34.1% higher
  Health
  22.9% lower
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  Personal
  2.5% higher
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