Harlingen, Texas vs. Berkeley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Berkeley, California is 237.1% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $168,529 in Berkeley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berkeley, California is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
705% more expensive in Berkeley
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Berkeley, CA
Compared to Harlingen, Berkeley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  237.1% higher
      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
  26.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,266.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  62.8% higher
  Health
  16.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  46.0% higher