Santa Barbara, California vs. Westport, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Westport, Connecticut is 5.9% more expensive than Santa Barbara, California.

You would need a salary of $52,960 in Westport, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Westport, Connecticut is more expensive than Santa Barbara, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% more expensive in Westport
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. Westport, CT
Compared to Santa Barbara, Westport is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.5% higher
  Commute
  49.5% higher
  Health
  12.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.8% higher