Sioux City, Iowa vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 191.3% more expensive than Sioux City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $218,483 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Sioux City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Sioux City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
823% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Sioux City, Iowa
Sioux City, IA vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Sioux City, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  191.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  21.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  910.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  43.3% higher
  Health
  12.4% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  5.3% higher
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