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SANTA MARIA vs. DALLAS
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Santa Maria, California vs. Dallas, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is
16.8%
cheaper
than Santa Maria, California.
You would need a salary of
$71,549
in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Maria, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is
cheaper
than Santa Maria, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Dallas
than in Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria, CA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Santa Maria, Dallas is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.8% higher
Commute
23.0% higher
Health
13.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.4% higher
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