Virginia Beach, Virginia vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 97.0% more expensive than Virginia Beach, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $189,119 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Virginia Beach, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
242% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach, VA vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Virginia Beach, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  97.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  239.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  12.8% higher
  Health
  3.8% higher
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  Personal
  2.3% higher
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