Austin, Texas vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 57.3% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $471,711 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Austin, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  57.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  146.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.7% lower
  Commute
  0.5% higher
  Health
  7.5% higher
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  Personal
  4.1% higher
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