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AUSTIN vs. SANTA CRUZ
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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
$154,119
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
57.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
15.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
146.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.7% lower
Commute
0.5% higher
Health
7.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.1% higher
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