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SANTA MARIA vs. AUSTIN
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Santa Maria, California vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
6.6%
more expensive
than Santa Maria, California.
You would need a salary of
$639,539
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in Austin
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Santa Maria, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
5.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
3.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.8% higher
Commute
15.4% higher
Health
10.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.2% lower
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