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SANTA BARBARA vs. HOUSTON
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Santa Barbara, California vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
56.2%
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California.
You would need a salary of
$92,898
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Barbara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Santa Barbara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Houston
than in Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Santa Barbara, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
56.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
13.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
84.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.0% higher
Commute
22.7% higher
Health
16.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.0% lower
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