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HOUSTON vs. LOS ANGELES
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Houston, Texas vs. Los Angeles, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is
84.5%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$120,665
in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
268% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Houston, Los Angeles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
84.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
271.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.9% lower
Commute
38.9% higher
Health
5.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.1% higher
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