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SANTA BARBARA vs. RALEIGH
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Santa Barbara, California vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
53.0%
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California.
You would need a salary of
$45,114
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina 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 Raleigh
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Santa Barbara, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
53.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
76.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.9% higher
Commute
8.7% lower
Health
16.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.3% lower
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