Arlington, Virginia vs. Santa Monica, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, Texas is 59.8% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $20,111 in Santa Monica, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, Texas is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% cheaper in Santa Monica
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Santa Monica, TX
Compared to Arlington, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  22.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  38.6% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.2% lower