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Dallas, Texas vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 115.7% more expensive than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $474,634 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is more expensive than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
416% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Dallas, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  115.7% higher
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  14.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  440.7% higher
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  Utilities
  9.8% lower
  Commute
  17.2% lower
  Health
  15.4% higher
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  Personal
  2.6% lower
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