Houston, Texas vs. Derby, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Derby, Kansas is 7.3% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $37,068 in Derby, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Derby, Kansas is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% cheaper in Derby
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Derby, KS
Compared to Houston, Derby is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.8% higher
  Commute
  31.9% lower
  Health
  8.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% lower