Santa Cruz, California vs. New Paltz, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Paltz, New York is 52.8% cheaper than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $23,587 in New Paltz, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Paltz, New York is cheaper than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in New Paltz
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. New Paltz, NY
Compared to Santa Cruz, New Paltz is:
  Homeowner
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  52.8% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  26.4% higher
  Commute
  0.2% higher
  Health
  14.9% higher
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  Personal
  1.4% lower
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