Santa Fe, New Mexico vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 91.1% more expensive than Santa Fe, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $95,570 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Santa Fe, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
181% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fe, NM vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Santa Fe, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  91.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  205.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.4% lower
  Commute
  20.9% higher
  Health
  37.7% higher
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  Personal
  3.6% lower
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