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ARLINGTON vs. HOUSTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Arlington, Texas vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
5.3%
cheaper
than Arlington, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$329,179
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Houston
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Arlington, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
9.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.5% lower
Commute
3.8% higher
Health
4.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.3% lower
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