Boise City, Idaho vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 18.0% cheaper than Boise City, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $49,185 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Boise City, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Boise City, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Houston
than in Boise City, Idaho
Boise City, ID vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Boise City, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.0% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  40.8% higher
  Health
  5.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% higher