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SAN FRANCISCO vs. HOUSTON
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San Francisco, California vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
60.9%
cheaper
than San Francisco, California.
You would need a salary of
$305,676
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Houston
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to San Francisco, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
60.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
15.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
86.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.0% lower
Commute
24.8% lower
Health
17.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
16.7% lower
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