Santa Maria, California vs. El Centro, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in El Centro, California is 18.7% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $60,976 in El Centro, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, El Centro, California is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in El Centro
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. El Centro, CA
Compared to Santa Maria, El Centro is:
  Homeowner
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  18.7% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.9% higher
  Commute
  9.9% lower
  Health
  4.9% higher
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  Personal
  7.6% lower
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