Sun City West, Arizona vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 14.2% more expensive than Sun City West, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $57,103 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Sun City West, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than Sun City West, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Sun City West, Arizona
Sun City West, AZ vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Sun City West, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  14.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.0% lower
  Commute
  13.5% lower
  Health
  22.4% higher
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  Personal
  2.1% higher
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