Gonzales, Louisiana vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 1.4% cheaper than Gonzales, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $49,278 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Gonzales, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Gonzales, Louisiana
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
17% cheaper in Houston
than in Gonzales, Louisiana
Gonzales, LA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Gonzales, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% higher
  Commute
  1.5% higher
  Health
  17.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% lower