Santa Cruz, California vs. Williston, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Williston, North Dakota is 53.7% cheaper than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $23,170 in Williston, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Williston, North Dakota is cheaper than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Williston
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Williston, ND
Compared to Santa Cruz, Williston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% lower
  Commute
  37.0% lower
  Health
  0.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% higher