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SANTA CRUZ vs. EL CAJON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Cruz, California vs El Cajon, California
The cost of living in El Cajon, California is
27.2%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$54,620
in El Cajon, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, El Cajon, California is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in El Cajon
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs El Cajon, CA
Compared to Santa Cruz, El Cajon is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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3.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
42.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
18.3% higher
Commute
12.9% higher
Health
18.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.0% higher
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