Santa Maria, California vs. Athens, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Alabama is 29.0% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $35,502 in Athens, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Alabama is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Athens
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Athens, AL
Compared to Santa Maria, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  20.8% lower
  Health
  9.5% higher
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  Personal
  3.7% lower
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