Council Bluffs, Iowa vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 16.7% more expensive than Council Bluffs, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $35,024 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Council Bluffs, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Houston
than in Council Bluffs, Iowa
Council Bluffs, IA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Council Bluffs, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.7% higher
      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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  44.4% higher
  Health
  10.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower