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SIMI_VALLEY vs. SANTA_CRUZ
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Cost of Living Calculator - Simi Valley, California vs Santa Cruz, California
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
34.1%
more expensive
than Simi Valley, California.
You would need a salary of
$100,545
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Simi Valley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Simi Valley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Simi Valley, California
Simi_Valley, CA vs Santa_Cruz, CA
Compared to Simi_Valley, Santa_Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.1% higher
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3.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
57.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.1% lower
Commute
0.2% higher
Health
2.3% higher
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Personal
0.2% lower
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