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SCOTTSDALE vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
53.2%
more expensive
than Scottsdale, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$321,793
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
111% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Scottsdale, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
53.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
10.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
147.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.9% lower
Commute
11.2% lower
Health
22.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.0% higher
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