Portola, California vs. Rockwall, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rockwall, Texas is 22.0% more expensive than Portola, California.

You would need a salary of $67,091 in Rockwall, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Portola, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rockwall, Texas is more expensive than Portola, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Rockwall
than in Portola, California
Portola, CA vs. Rockwall, TX
Compared to Portola, Rockwall is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.0% higher
      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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  39.2% higher
  Health
  15.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher