Cost of living in Santa Cruz, California, United States compared to Zaragoza, Spain
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| Food | + 55% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 55% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | $14 (€12) | €10 | + 22% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | $7 (€6) | €7 | - 1% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | $5.53 (€4.74) | €3.46 | + 37% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | $1.03 (€0.88) | €0.82 | + 8% | |
| 12 eggs, large | $3.77 (€3.23) | €2.16 | + 50% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | $5.82 (€5.00) | €1.61 | + 210% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | $8 (€7) | €4.80 | + 39% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | $3.69 (€3.16) | €1.83 | + 73% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | $2.00 (€1.71) | €1.72 | - 0% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | $2.61 (€2.24) | €1.03 | + 117% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | $10 (€9) | €6.00 | + 45% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | $2.04 (€1.75) | €1.51 | + 16% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | $2.47 (€2.12) | €0.82 | + 159% | |
| Housing | + 126% | |||
| Housing in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 126% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | $2,863 (€2,456) | €940 | + 161% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | $2,355 (€2,021) | €690 | + 193% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | $131 (€112) | €170 | - 34% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | $1,949 (€1,672) | €500 | + 234% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | $1,682 (€1,443) | €369 | + 291% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | $66 (€57) | €85 | - 33% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | $53 (€45) | €33 | + 39% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | $359 (€308) | €463 | - 33% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | $118 (€101) | €68 | + 49% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | $11 (€9) | €7 | + 33% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | $22 (€19) | €10 | + 86% | |
| Clothes | - 5% | |||
| Clothes in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 5% cheaper than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | $53 (€45) | €91 | - 50% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | $39 (€33) | €30 | + 10% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | $98 (€84) | €79 | + 7% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | $130 (€112) | €74 | + 51% | |
| Transportation | + 3% | |||
| Transportation in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 3% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | $23,068 (€19,794) | €21,300 | - 7% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | $0.84 (€0.72) | €1.47 | - 51% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | $65 (€55) | €43 | + 29% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | $21 (€18) | €14 | + 27% | |
| Personal Care | + 138% | |||
| Personal Care in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 138% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | $8 (€7) | €5.11 | + 38% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | $34 (€29) | €3.98 | + 627% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | $198 (€170) | €60 | + 181% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | $6 (€5.53) | €4.78 | + 16% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | $3.52 (€3.02) | €2.11 | + 43% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | $5.35 (€4.59) | €3.08 | + 49% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | $3.70 (€3.18) | €1.39 | + 128% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | $2.44 (€2.10) | €1.93 | + 8% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | $24 (€20) | €10 | + 101% | |
| Entertainment | + 43% | |||
| Entertainment in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 43% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | $40 (€34) | €26 | + 29% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | $24 (€21) | €14 | + 44% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | $109 (€93) | €49 | + 92% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | $67 (€58) | €36 | + 60% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | $10 (€8) | €7 | + 25% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | $4.37 (€3.75) | €1.58 | + 138% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | $8 (€7) | €2.75 | + 137% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | $433 (€372) | €526 | - 29% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | $0.33 (€0.29) | €0.12 | + 138% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | $50 (€43) | €42 | + 2% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | $9 (€7) | €4.80 | + 55% | |
| TOTAL | + 59% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 695 prices entered by 56 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 23, 2018.
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Cost of living in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 59% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain)
For example, you would need at least €4,765
($5,554)
in Santa Cruz, California
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
€3,000
in Zaragoza.
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