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AUSTIN vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Austin, Texas vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
68.4%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$505,158
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
164% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Austin, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
68.4% higher
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Food
17.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
214.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.0% lower
Commute
11.7% lower
Health
11.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.1% higher
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