San Luis Obispo, California vs. Galveston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galveston, Texas is 39.4% cheaper than San Luis Obispo, California.

You would need a salary of $30,284 in Galveston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Luis Obispo, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galveston, Texas is cheaper than San Luis Obispo, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Galveston
than in San Luis Obispo, California
San Luis Obispo, CA vs. Galveston, TX
Compared to San Luis Obispo, Galveston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.4% 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
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  7.2% lower
  Health
  10.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher