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Cost of Living Calculator - Walnut Creek, California vs Santa Cruz, California

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 2.9% more expensive than Walnut Creek, California.

You would need a salary of $77,162 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Walnut Creek, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Walnut Creek, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Walnut Creek, California
Walnut Creek, CA vs Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Walnut Creek, Santa Cruz is:
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  2.9% higher
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  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.1% higher
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  Utilities
  8.9% lower
  Commute
  13.3% lower
  Health
  9.8% lower
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  Personal
  5.4% lower
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