Fargo, North Dakota vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 6.7% more expensive than Fargo, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $74,693 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fargo, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Fargo, North Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
53% more expensive in Houston
than in Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo, ND vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Fargo, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  53.9% higher
  Health
  0.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher