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SANTA CLARA vs. SAN DIEGO
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Santa Clara, California vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
31.8%
cheaper
than Santa Clara, California.
You would need a salary of
$66,862
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
cheaper
than Santa Clara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in San Diego
than in Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara, CA vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Santa Clara, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
50.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
19.5% higher
Commute
14.4% lower
Health
17.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.0% higher
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