Santa Maria, California vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is 26.3% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $125,329 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Grand Rapids
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Santa Maria, Grand Rapids is:
  Homeowner
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  26.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.7% higher
  Commute
  0.1% lower
  Health
  28.3% lower
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  Personal
  3.9% lower
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