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AUSTIN vs. SANTA ANA
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Austin, Texas vs. Santa Ana, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Ana, California is
11.9%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$83,926
in Santa Ana, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Ana, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Santa Ana
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Santa Ana, CA
Compared to Austin, Santa Ana is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
5.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
51.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.2% lower
Commute
2.4% higher
Health
8.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.5% higher
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