Santa Barbara, California vs. Tempe, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 48.3% cheaper than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $51,675 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, 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 Tempe
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. Tempe, AZ
Compared to Santa Barbara, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
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  48.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.2% higher
  Commute
  11.4% higher
  Health
  18.3% lower
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  Personal
  2.3% lower
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