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CHARLESTON vs. HOUSTON
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Charleston, West Virginia vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
18.0%
more expensive
than Charleston, West Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$472,137
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Charleston, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
more expensive
than Charleston, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% more expensive in Houston
than in Charleston, West Virginia
Charleston, WV vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Charleston, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
18.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
73.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.7% higher
Commute
36.8% higher
Health
30.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.6% higher
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