Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 91.2% more expensive than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $114,726 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
129% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Scottsdale, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  91.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  261.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  21.1% lower
  Commute
  41.8% higher
  Health
  2.5% lower
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  Personal
  3.4% higher
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