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AUSTIN vs. LA MESA
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Austin, Texas vs. La Mesa, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in La Mesa, California is
17.9%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$58,964
in La Mesa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, La Mesa, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in La Mesa
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. La Mesa, CA
Compared to Austin, La Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.9% higher
Child Care
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
51.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.6% higher
Commute
9.1% higher
Health
12.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.8% higher
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