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HOUSTON vs. SACRAMENTO
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Houston, Texas vs. Sacramento, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Sacramento, California is
27.3%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$63,665
in Sacramento, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sacramento, California is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% more expensive in Sacramento
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Sacramento, CA
Compared to Houston, Sacramento is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.3% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
6.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
76.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.0% higher
Commute
1.7% higher
Health
9.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.7% higher
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