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SANTA BARBARA vs. PHOENIX
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Barbara, California vs Phoenix, Arizona
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
50.1%
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California.
You would need a salary of
$249,424
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Santa Barbara, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
50.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
14.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
79.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.9% higher
Commute
21.5% higher
Health
18.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.3% lower
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