| | Tyler, TX | Vista, CA | United States |
| Overall | 85.2 | 154.9 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 92.9 | 108.1 | 100 |
| Health | 100.7 | 89.0 | 100 |
| Housing | 64.6 | 236.6 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $227,800 | $796,900 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,260.0% | 10,150.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 80.9 | 120.9 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 103.4 | 153.9 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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My husband and I moved to a cabin in the woods just outside Tyler in 2007, so we've been here almost 15 years.
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Great place to live if you have your crap together. Lots of professionals and families. Great parks, weather, restaurants, churches, and schools.
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I've lived in the city for 5 years (until 2007). In my opinion, Tyler is awfully boring unless you are an outdoor person. Tyler offers few cultural possibilities, and it More
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I bought a house in Vista, CA, and lived there since 2013-2017. My kids and I loved that area (Shadow Ridge). People are friendly, down-to-earth, not snobby. I would More
I've lived here 3 years and it has an unbeatable climate. Close to everything you could want. A renovated downtown and access to mass transit. Very nice place, friendly More
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