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COLUMBIA vs. HOUSTON
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Columbia, South Carolina vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
13.0%
more expensive
than Columbia, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$132,231
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
more expensive
than Columbia, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Houston
than in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Columbia, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
2.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
35.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.4% lower
Commute
55.8% higher
Health
17.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.6% lower
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