Houston, Texas vs. Santa Maria, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is 27.1% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $127,120 in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
127% more expensive in Santa Maria
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Santa Maria, CA
Compared to Houston, Santa Maria is:
  Homeowner
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  27.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  106.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  19.0% higher
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  Personal
  2.3% higher
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