Topeka, Kansas vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 176.5% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $165,914 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
798% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Topeka, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  176.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  21.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  942.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  31.3% higher
  Health
  4.9% higher
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  Personal
  2.2% higher
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