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

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 38.6% cheaper than Walnut Creek, California.

You would need a salary of $46,032 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Walnut Creek, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is cheaper than Walnut Creek, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in Walnut Creek, California
Walnut Creek, CA vs Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Walnut Creek, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  38.6% lower
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  8.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.1% lower
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  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  25.3% lower
  Health
  6.5% lower
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  Personal
  7.1% lower
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