Escondido, California vs. Alpine, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alpine, Texas is 42.1% cheaper than Escondido, California.

You would need a salary of $28,949 in Alpine, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Escondido, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alpine, Texas is cheaper than Escondido, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Alpine
than in Escondido, California
Escondido, CA vs. Alpine, TX
Compared to Escondido, Alpine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  40.3% lower
  Health
  17.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% lower