Houston, Texas vs. Salinas, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salinas, California is 47.1% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $66,204 in Salinas, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salinas, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
168% more expensive in Salinas
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Salinas, CA
Compared to Houston, Salinas is:
  Homeowner
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  47.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  164.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.2% lower
  Commute
  15.6% lower
  Health
  51.1% higher
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  Personal
  2.7% higher
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