Ann Arbor, Michigan vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 13.7% cheaper than Ann Arbor, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $112,150 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Houston
than in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Ann Arbor, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  18.9% higher
  Health
  17.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher