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HOUSTON vs. COLUMBIA
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Houston, Texas vs. Columbia, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Missouri is
6.0%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$70,524
in Columbia, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Missouri is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Columbia
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Columbia, MO
Compared to Houston, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
1.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.7% higher
Commute
38.0% lower
Health
31.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.2% lower
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