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SONOMA vs. SANTA CRUZ
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Sonoma, California vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
19.8%
more expensive
than Sonoma, California.
You would need a salary of
$59,923
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Sonoma, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Sonoma, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Sonoma, California
Sonoma, CA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Sonoma, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
22.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.7% lower
Commute
1.7% higher
Health
2.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.7% lower
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