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SANTA MARIA vs. LOS ANGELES
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Santa Maria, California vs. Los Angeles, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is
45.1%
more expensive
than Santa Maria, California.
You would need a salary of
$108,129
in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is
more expensive
than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Santa Maria, Los Angeles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
45.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
1.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
79.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.0% higher
Commute
73.6% higher
Health
20.5% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
1.8% higher
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