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HOUSTON vs. SANTA BARBARA
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Houston, Texas vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
128.2%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$855,596
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
515% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Houston, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
128.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
16.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
526.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.5% lower
Commute
18.5% lower
Health
19.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.1% higher
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