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Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Alaska vs San Francisco, California

The cost of living in San Francisco, California is 131.1% more expensive than Houston, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $115,530 in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is more expensive than Houston, Alaska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
477% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Houston, Alaska
Houston, AK vs San_Francisco, CA
Compared to Houston, San_Francisco is:
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  131.1% higher
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  12.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  598.9% higher
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  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  19.3% higher
  Health
  9.7% lower
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  Personal
  4.6% higher
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