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SANTA CLARA vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Santa Clara, California vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
3.8%
more expensive
than Santa Clara, California.
You would need a salary of
$93,407
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Santa Clara, California
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
22% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara, CA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Santa Clara, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
6.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.4% higher
Commute
12.6% higher
Health
6.7% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
15.2% higher
Cost of Food
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