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DALLAS vs. COSTA MESA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Dallas, Texas vs. Costa Mesa, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Costa Mesa, California is
76.0%
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$88,020
in Costa Mesa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Costa Mesa, California is
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
271% more expensive in Costa Mesa
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Costa Mesa, CA
Compared to Dallas, Costa Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
76.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
267.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.6% lower
Commute
9.0% lower
Health
4.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.2% higher
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