How much does it cost to live in California?

It is the end of the year and I have compiled my own top 10 list... top 10 categories I spend money on. I actually do this every year as I prepare for taxes. This year I am ahead of the curve having completed my reconciliation three months earlier than I normally would (wohoo!). So, in the spirit of the "Top 10 list" season, here is how my family spends it money here in lovely California... (note, New Years Resolutions = Dine out less)

Expense Categories	% of Spend
Income & Property Tax*	23%
Mortgage	20%
Household	10%
Groceries	6%
Childcare	5%
Dining Out	5%
Cash Withdrawal	4%
Bills	4%
Vacation	4%
Clothing	4%
Gifts	4%
Job Expense	2%
Insurance	2%
All Others	6%

* Income tax does not include income tax taken out of our paychecks - it is only what we paid the Federal and State tax collected on 4/15 and our property tax from April and December.