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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Monica, California vs Palm Springs, California

The cost of living in Palm Springs, California is 50.8% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $39,367 in Palm Springs, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Springs, California is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Palm Springs
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs Palm Springs, CA
Compared to Santa Monica, Palm Springs is:
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  50.8% lower
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  10.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.6% lower
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  Utilities
  41.0% higher
  Commute
  16.0% lower
  Health
  3.2% lower
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  Personal
  1.2% higher
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