Houston, Texas vs. Aliso Viejo, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aliso Viejo, California is 59.4% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $79,686 in Aliso Viejo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aliso Viejo, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
232% more expensive in Aliso Viejo
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Aliso Viejo, CA
Compared to Houston, Aliso Viejo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.4% 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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  243.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% higher
  Commute
  6.5% lower
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher