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SANTA CRUZ vs. SOUTH BEND
Cost of Living Comparison
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Santa Cruz, California vs. South Bend, Indiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in South Bend, Indiana is
63.1%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$25,799
in South Bend, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Bend, Indiana is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% cheaper in South Bend
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. South Bend, IN
Compared to Santa Cruz, South Bend is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
63.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
19.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
92.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.2% lower
Commute
30.1% lower
Health
14.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.0% lower
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