Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Maria, California vs Palm City, Florida


The cost of living in Palm City, Florida is 2.8% cheaper than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $48,600 in Palm City, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm City, Florida is cheaper than Santa Maria, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
34% cheaper in Palm City
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs Palm City, FL
Compared to Santa Maria, Palm City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  5.7% lower
  Health
  8.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher

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