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HOUSTON vs. SAN DIEGO
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Houston, Texas vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
68.0%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$1,007,678
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
236% more expensive in San Diego
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Houston, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
68.0% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
248.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.5% higher
Commute
1.0% higher
Health
6.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.2% higher
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