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AUSTIN vs. SANTA_MARIA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Austin, Texas vs Santa Maria, California
The cost of living in Santa Maria, California is
6.2%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$46,909
in Santa Maria, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Maria, California is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% cheaper in Santa Maria
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs Santa_Maria, CA
Compared to Austin, Santa_Maria is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.2% lower
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6.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
3.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
7.3% lower
Commute
13.4% lower
Health
11.4% higher
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Personal
2.3% higher
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