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HOUSTON vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs San Francisco, California
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
155.5%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$153,298
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
399% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs San Francisco, CA
Compared to Houston, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
155.5% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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18.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
643.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
1.0% higher
Commute
32.9% higher
Health
20.8% higher
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20.0% higher
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