Santa Ana, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 34.0% cheaper than Santa Ana, California.

You would need a salary of $32,977 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Ana, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Santa Ana, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Houston
than in Santa Ana, California
Santa Ana, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Santa Ana, Houston is:
  Homeowner
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  34.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  5.8% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
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  Personal
  4.3% lower
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