Houston, Texas vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 128.2% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $136,901 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
515% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Houston, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  128.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  526.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  18.5% lower
  Health
  19.0% higher
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  Personal
  2.1% higher
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