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AUSTIN vs. SANTA ROSA
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Austin, Texas vs. Santa Rosa, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Rosa, California is
9.7%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$86,631
in Santa Rosa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Rosa, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Santa Rosa
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Santa Rosa, CA
Compared to Austin, Santa Rosa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
56.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.0% higher
Commute
5.7% lower
Health
8.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.4% higher
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