Lake Los Angeles, California vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 26.7% cheaper than Lake Los Angeles, California.

You would need a salary of $98,992 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Lake Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Waco
than in Lake Los Angeles, California
Lake Los Angeles, CA vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Lake Los Angeles, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  55.0% lower
  Health
  13.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% lower