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BERKELEY vs. HOUSTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Berkeley, California vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
59.9%
cheaper
than Berkeley, California.
You would need a salary of
$20,839
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Berkeley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Houston
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Berkeley, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
59.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
84.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.7% higher
Commute
0.3% higher
Health
18.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.9% lower
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