Santa Maria, California vs. Bend, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bend, Oregon is 8.2% more expensive than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $91,932 in Bend, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bend, Oregon is more expensive than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% more expensive in Bend
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Bend, OR
Compared to Santa Maria, Bend is:
  Homeowner
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  8.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  13.2% lower
  Health
  13.5% lower
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  Personal
  1.2% lower
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