Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Maria, California vs Sandy, Oregon


The cost of living in Sandy, Oregon is 2.3% more expensive than Santa Maria, California.

You would need a salary of $51,153 in Sandy, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sandy, Oregon is more expensive than Santa Maria, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% more expensive in Sandy
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs Sandy, OR
Compared to Santa Maria, Sandy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% higher
      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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% lower
  Commute
  46.0% higher
  Health
  19.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher

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