Gilmer, Texas vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 21.2% more expensive than Gilmer, Texas.

You would need a salary of $60,596 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Gilmer, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Gilmer, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Houston
than in Gilmer, Texas
Gilmer, TX vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Gilmer, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.2% 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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% lower
  Commute
  39.2% higher
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% higher