Fort Lewis, Washington vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 3.5% cheaper than Fort Lewis, Washington.

You would need a salary of $57,880 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Lewis, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Fort Lewis, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Houston
than in Fort Lewis, Washington
Fort Lewis, WA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Fort Lewis, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% lower
      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)
  20.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.5% higher
  Commute
  26.2% higher
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.7% lower