Fountain Valley, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 46.9% cheaper than Fountain Valley, California.

You would need a salary of $26,543 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fountain Valley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Fountain Valley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Houston
than in Fountain Valley, California
Fountain Valley, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Fountain Valley, Houston is:
  Homeowner
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  46.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  1.1% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
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  Personal
  3.7% lower
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