Austin, Texas vs. Salinas, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salinas, California is 8.6% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $173,725 in Salinas, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salinas, California is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Salinas
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Salinas, CA
Compared to Austin, Salinas is:
  Homeowner
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  8.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  8.6% lower
  Health
  41.4% higher
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  Personal
  2.7% higher
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