Fullerton, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 39.8% cheaper than Fullerton, California.

You would need a salary of $63,185 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fullerton, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Fullerton, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Houston
than in Fullerton, California
Fullerton, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Fullerton, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.8% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  0.7% lower
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower