Scotts Valley, California vs. Goleta, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Goleta, California is 11.0% cheaper than Scotts Valley, California.

You would need a salary of $66,758 in Goleta, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Scotts Valley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Goleta, California is cheaper than Scotts Valley, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
12% cheaper in Goleta
than in Scotts Valley, California
Scotts Valley, CA vs. Goleta, CA
Compared to Scotts Valley, Goleta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% lower
  Commute
  18.7% lower
  Health
  3.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower