Oceanside, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 34.6% cheaper than Oceanside, California.

You would need a salary of $64,900 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Oceanside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Oceanside, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Houston
than in Oceanside, California
Oceanside, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Oceanside, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  6.3% higher
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower