Santa Cruz, California vs. Asheville, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Asheville, North Carolina is 48.1% cheaper than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $5,194 in Asheville, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Asheville, North Carolina is cheaper than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Asheville
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Asheville, NC
Compared to Santa Cruz, Asheville is:
  Homeowner
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  48.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  25.1% lower
  Health
  12.5% higher
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  Personal
  2.6% lower
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