Richardson, Texas vs. Walnut Creek, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Walnut Creek, California is 77.1% more expensive than Richardson, Texas.

You would need a salary of $88,541 in Walnut Creek, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Richardson, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Walnut Creek, California is more expensive than Richardson, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
149% more expensive in Walnut Creek
than in Richardson, Texas
Richardson, TX vs. Walnut Creek, CA
Compared to Richardson, Walnut Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  77.1% higher
      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
  9.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  176.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  13.6% higher
  Health
  23.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher