Houston, Texas vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 184.7% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $313,183 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
568% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Houston, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  184.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  816.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.3% lower
  Commute
  30.1% higher
  Health
  5.2% lower
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  Personal
  3.5% higher
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