Erie, Pennsylvania vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 20.7% more expensive than Erie, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $72,440 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Erie, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Houston
than in Erie, Pennsylvania
Erie, PA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Erie, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.7% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  144.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  44.1% higher
  Health
  5.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower