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DALLAS vs. EL CAJON
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Dallas, Texas vs. El Cajon, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in El Cajon, California is
46.7%
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$79,236
in El Cajon, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, El Cajon, California is
more expensive
than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
146% more expensive in El Cajon
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. El Cajon, CA
Compared to Dallas, El Cajon is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
46.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
8.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
142.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.6% higher
Commute
6.6% higher
Health
9.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.7% lower
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