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SANTA BARBARA vs. SCOTTSDALE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Barbara, California vs Scottsdale, Arizona
The cost of living in Scottsdale, Arizona is
34.7%
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California.
You would need a salary of
$97,899
in Scottsdale, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scottsdale, Arizona is
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Scottsdale
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs Scottsdale, AZ
Compared to Santa Barbara, Scottsdale is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.7% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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9.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
59.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
13.5% higher
Commute
12.6% higher
Health
18.3% lower
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Personal
2.0% lower
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