Brooklyn, New York vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 48.3% cheaper than Brooklyn, New York.

You would need a salary of $155,098 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Brooklyn, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Brooklyn, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Houston
than in Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn, NY vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Brooklyn, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.3% 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
  16.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.3% lower
  Commute
  38.2% lower
  Health
  25.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.5% lower

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