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CHARLOTTE vs. HOUSTON
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Charlotte, North Carolina vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
4.2%
cheaper
than Charlotte, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$287,353
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Charlotte, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Houston
than in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Charlotte, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
19.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.8% lower
Commute
21.8% higher
Health
0.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.0% higher
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