Boston, Massachusetts vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 37.7% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $971,186 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Houston
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Boston, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.4% lower
  Commute
  9.7% lower
  Health
  6.0% higher
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  Personal
  22.2% lower
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