Bakersfield, California vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 23.3% cheaper than Bakersfield, California.

You would need a salary of $130,377 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Abilene
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Bakersfield, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
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  23.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  33.9% lower
  Health
  27.3% higher
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  Personal
  7.8% lower
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