Downey, California vs. Corpus Christi, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Corpus Christi, Texas is 45.1% cheaper than Downey, California.

You would need a salary of $27,443 in Corpus Christi, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Downey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Corpus Christi, Texas is cheaper than Downey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Corpus Christi
than in Downey, California
Downey, CA vs. Corpus Christi, TX
Compared to Downey, Corpus Christi is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  49.7% lower
  Health
  16.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% lower