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TOPEKA vs. SANTA CRUZ
Cost of Living Comparison
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Topeka, Kansas vs. Santa Cruz, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is
158.2%
more expensive
than Topeka, Kansas.
You would need a salary of
$258,249
in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is
more expensive
than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
648% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Topeka, Santa Cruz is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
158.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
19.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
716.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.3% lower
Commute
49.5% higher
Health
1.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.2% higher
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