Waco, Texas vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 244.6% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $258,460 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
693% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Waco, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  244.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  20.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,291.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.9% lower
  Commute
  114.1% higher
  Health
  10.7% lower
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  Personal
  10.6% higher
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