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SANTA MARIA vs. LAKEWOOD
Cost of Living Comparison
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Santa Maria, California vs. Lakewood, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lakewood, Washington is
1.7%
cheaper
than Santa Maria, California.
You would need a salary of
$49,135
in Lakewood, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakewood, Washington is
cheaper
than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Lakewood
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Lakewood, WA
Compared to Santa Maria, Lakewood is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
14.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
24.4% lower
Commute
24.9% higher
Health
22.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.4% higher
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