Cost of living differences between California and Texas

Thinking about the cost of living differences between California and Texas? Here’s a quick reality check:

🏡 Housing
California median home price: ~$765,000
Texas median home price: ~$350,000

💵 State Income Taxes
California: Up to 13.3%
Texas: 0%

⛽ Gas Prices
California: ~$5.20 per gallon
Texas: ~$3.15 per gallon

⚡ Electricity
California: ~32¢/kWh
Texas: ~15¢/kWh

🚗 Car Insurance
California: ~$2,400/year
Texas: ~$1,650/year

👶 Childcare
California: $17,000–$23,000/year
Texas: $9,500–$12,000/year

🛒 Groceries
Expect to pay 20–30% more for basics in California (milk alone: $5.29 vs $3.50 in TX).

🍔 Dining Out
Dinner for two: ~$75 in CA vs ~$45 in TX.

🚘 Vehicle Registration
California: ~$600/year
Texas: ~$80/year

🏠 Homeowner’s Insurance
California: $3,000–$6,000/year
Texas: $1,800–$2,200/year

Bottom Line:
The essentials of daily life — housing, taxes, utilities, groceries — cost 25% to 50% more in California than in Texas.

And the gap is only expected to widen.
Texas offers:
✅ Bigger homes
✅ No state income tax
✅ Lower overall living expenses
✅ A better quality of life for your money

📩 If you’re thinking about making a move, I can help you transition seamlessly to the Texas Hill Country.
✉️ Bill@HillCountryHomesteads.com

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