Houston, Texas vs. Fairfield, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fairfield, Iowa is 22.5% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $77,487 in Fairfield, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fairfield, Iowa is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Fairfield
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Fairfield, IA
Compared to Houston, Fairfield is:
  Homeowner
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  22.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  48.7% lower
  Health
  26.5% higher
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  Personal
  4.4% lower
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