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Santa Cruz, Texas vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 41.3% more expensive than Santa Cruz, Texas.

You would need a salary of $70,636 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Santa Cruz, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Houston
than in Santa Cruz, Texas
Santa Cruz, TX vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Santa Cruz, Houston is:
  Homeowner
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  41.3% higher
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  Food
  10.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  171.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  52.0% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
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  Personal
  15.5% higher
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