Santa Monica, California vs. Desert Hot Springs, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Desert Hot Springs, California is 59.7% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $20,173 in Desert Hot Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Desert Hot Springs, California is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Desert Hot Springs
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Desert Hot Springs, CA
Compared to Santa Monica, Desert Hot Springs is:
  Homeowner
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  59.7% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  32.1% higher
  Commute
  6.8% lower
  Health
  3.2% lower
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  Personal
  1.8% higher
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