Austin, Texas vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 110.1% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $210,124 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
186% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Austin, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
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  110.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  360.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.5% lower
  Commute
  40.9% higher
  Health
  11.2% lower
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  Personal
  3.5% higher
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