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SANTA CRUZ vs. SACRAMENTO
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Santa Cruz, California vs. Sacramento, California
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The cost of living in Sacramento, California is
40.2%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$28,682
in Sacramento, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sacramento, California is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Sacramento
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Sacramento, CA
Compared to Santa Cruz, Sacramento is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
40.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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6.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
64.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.2% higher
Commute
9.5% higher
Health
4.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.5% higher
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