Santa Monica, California vs. Allentown, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Allentown, Pennsylvania is 65.8% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $17,102 in Allentown, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Allentown, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% cheaper in Allentown
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Allentown, PA
Compared to Santa Monica, Allentown is:
  Homeowner
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  65.8% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  27.8% higher
  Commute
  35.1% lower
  Health
  13.5% higher
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  Personal
  0.7% lower
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