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AUSTIN vs. SANTA CLARA
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Austin, Texas vs. Santa Clara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is
81.7%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$208,937
in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clara, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
149% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Austin, Santa Clara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
81.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
19.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
250.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.2% lower
Commute
27.8% higher
Health
6.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.2% higher
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