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COLUMBIA vs. HOUSTON
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Columbia, Maryland vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
19.3%
cheaper
than Columbia, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$165,490
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Houston
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Columbia, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.3% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
46.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.0% lower
Commute
10.3% higher
Health
9.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.5% lower
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