Harlingen, Texas vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 208.2% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $265,055 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
830% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Harlingen, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  208.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  26.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,225.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  33.1% higher
  Health
  13.2% higher
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  Personal
  34.3% higher
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