Santa Maria, California vs. Murray, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Murray, Kentucky is 36.7% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $31,672 in Murray, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Murray, Kentucky is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Murray
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Murray, KY
Compared to Santa Maria, Murray is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% higher
  Commute
  30.7% lower
  Health
  2.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.5% lower