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SANTA CRUZ vs. HOUSTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Cruz, California vs Houston, Texas
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
53.1%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$61,009
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Houston
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs Houston, TX
Compared to Santa Cruz, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
53.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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12.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
79.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.2% higher
Commute
7.7% higher
Health
12.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.9% lower
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