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AUSTIN vs. SAN DIEGO
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Austin, Texas vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
24.0%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$184,696
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in San Diego
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Austin, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
74.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.7% higher
Commute
9.4% higher
Health
12.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.2% higher
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