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SANTA CRUZ vs. PHOENIX
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Cruz, California vs Phoenix, Arizona
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
46.6%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$112,172
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Santa Cruz, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
46.6% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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12.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
73.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.9% higher
Commute
6.7% higher
Health
15.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.2% lower
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