Santa Cruz, California vs. Dillon Beach, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dillon Beach, California is 3.4% more expensive than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $51,695 in Dillon Beach, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dillon Beach, California is more expensive than Santa Cruz, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
23% more expensive in Dillon Beach
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Dillon Beach, CA
Compared to Santa Cruz, Dillon Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% lower
  Commute
  11.9% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.4% higher