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BALLINGER vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Ballinger, Texas vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
198.5%
more expensive
than Ballinger, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$223,870
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ballinger, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Ballinger, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1455% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Ballinger, Texas
Ballinger, TX vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Ballinger, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
198.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
26.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1,054.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.9% lower
Commute
45.4% higher
Health
1.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.4% higher
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