Arlington, Washington vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 23.2% cheaper than Arlington, Washington.

You would need a salary of $53,781 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Arlington, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Houston
than in Arlington, Washington
Arlington, WA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Arlington, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.2% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.7% higher
  Commute
  5.9% higher
  Health
  9.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower