Santa Cruz, California vs. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is 54.8% cheaper than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $18,064 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Pittsburgh
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Pittsburgh, PA
Compared to Santa Cruz, Pittsburgh is:
  Homeowner
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  54.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.4% higher
  Commute
  4.5% lower
  Health
  18.8% lower
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  Personal
  7.8% lower
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