Costa Mesa, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 46.3% cheaper than Costa Mesa, California.

You would need a salary of $29,542 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Costa Mesa, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Costa Mesa, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% cheaper in Houston
than in Costa Mesa, California
Costa Mesa, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Costa Mesa, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  11.6% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  4.7% lower
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