Downey, California vs. New Braunfels, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Braunfels, Texas is 34.8% cheaper than Downey, California.

You would need a salary of $32,590 in New Braunfels, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Downey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Braunfels, Texas is cheaper than Downey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in New Braunfels
than in Downey, California
Downey, CA vs. New Braunfels, TX
Compared to Downey, New Braunfels is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.8% 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
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  48.3% lower
  Health
  14.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% lower