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HOUSTON vs. LONG BEACH
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Houston, Texas vs. Long Beach, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Long Beach, California is
66.6%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$208,246
in Long Beach, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Long Beach, California is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
198% more expensive in Long Beach
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Long Beach, CA
Compared to Houston, Long Beach is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
66.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
225.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.6% higher
Commute
32.7% higher
Health
8.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.4% higher
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