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SANTA CRUZ vs. DENVER
Cost of Living Comparison
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Santa Cruz, California vs. Denver, Colorado
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Denver, Colorado is
37.2%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$135,022
in Denver, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Denver, Colorado is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Denver
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Denver, CO
Compared to Santa Cruz, Denver is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
37.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
53.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.9% higher
Commute
5.1% higher
Health
23.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.6% lower
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