Cost of living in Santa Cruz, California, United States compared to Zaragoza, Spain
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| Food | + 53% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 53% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | $14 (€12) | €10 | + 15% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | $7 (€5.53) | €7 | - 15% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | $5.82 (€4.86) | €3.46 | + 41% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | $1.01 (€0.84) | €0.84 | + 1% | |
| 12 eggs, large | $4.47 (€3.74) | €2.16 | + 73% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | $5.40 (€4.52) | €1.61 | + 181% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | $8 (€6) | €4.80 | + 33% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | $4.00 (€3.34) | €1.83 | + 83% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | $2.34 (€1.95) | €1.72 | + 14% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | $2.68 (€2.24) | €1.03 | + 117% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | $15 (€13) | €6.00 | + 109% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | $2.07 (€1.73) | €1.46 | + 19% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | $2.71 (€2.26) | €0.82 | + 176% | |
| Housing | + 102% | |||
| Housing in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 102% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | $2,516 (€2,103) | €940 | + 124% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | $2,051 (€1,715) | €690 | + 148% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | $115 (€96) | €170 | - 44% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | $1,730 (€1,446) | €500 | + 189% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | $1,358 (€1,135) | €369 | + 208% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | $82 (€69) | €85 | - 19% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | $49 (€41) | €33 | + 24% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | $424 (€355) | €552 | - 36% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | $135 (€113) | €63 | + 79% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | $10 (€9) | €7 | + 31% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | $22 (€18) | €10 | + 89% | |
| Clothes | - 17% | |||
| Clothes in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 17% cheaper than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | $44 (€37) | €91 | - 60% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | $35 (€29) | €30 | - 2% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | $84 (€70) | €79 | - 11% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | $117 (€98) | €74 | + 32% | |
| Transportation | - 2% | |||
| Transportation in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 2% cheaper than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | $20,837 (€17,417) | €21,300 | - 18% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | $0.77 (€0.64) | €1.47 | - 56% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | $65 (€55) | €43 | + 27% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | $20 (€17) | €14 | + 20% | |
| Personal Care | + 155% | |||
| Personal Care in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 155% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | $9 (€7) | €6 | + 21% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | $50 (€42) | €4.50 | + 829% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | $203 (€169) | €65 | + 162% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | $6 (€5.07) | €5.46 | - 7% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | $3.73 (€3.12) | €2.12 | + 47% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | $4.79 (€4.00) | €3.09 | + 29% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | $3.98 (€3.33) | €1.32 | + 152% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | $2.62 (€2.19) | €2.00 | + 9% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | $23 (€19) | €10 | + 82% | |
| Entertainment | + 21% | |||
| Entertainment in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 21% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | $41 (€34) | €27 | + 27% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | $23 (€19) | €14 | + 35% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | $71 (€59) | €51 | + 17% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | $73 (€61) | €36 | + 70% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | $9 (€7) | €6 | + 17% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | $4.39 (€3.67) | €1.58 | + 132% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | $7 (€5.81) | €2.75 | + 111% | |
| iPad Air 2, 64GB | $544 (€455) | €787 | - 42% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | $0.22 (€0.18) | €0.12 | + 51% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | $45 (€38) | €42 | - 9% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | $7 (€6) | €4.80 | + 30% | |
| TOTAL | + 49% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 465 prices entered by 60 different people.
These prices were last updated on September 19, 2017.
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Cost of living in Santa Cruz, California (United States) is 49% more expensive than in Zaragoza (Spain)
For example, you would need at least €4,026
($4,817)
in Santa Cruz, California
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
€2,700
in Zaragoza.
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