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BAKERSFIELD vs. HOUSTON
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Bakersfield, California vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
7.6%
cheaper
than Bakersfield, California.
You would need a salary of
$170,844
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Houston
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Bakersfield, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
23.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.6% lower
Commute
14.9% higher
Health
3.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.4% lower
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