Battle Creek, Michigan vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 17.2% more expensive than Battle Creek, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $140,613 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Battle Creek, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Houston
than in Battle Creek, Michigan
Battle Creek, MI vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Battle Creek, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% higher
      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
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  131.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  23.3% higher
  Health
  0.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher