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HOUSTON vs. LOS ANGELES
Cost of Living Comparison
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Houston, Texas vs. Los Angeles, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Los Angeles, Texas is
29.6%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$57,705
in Los Angeles, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, Texas is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Los Angeles
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Los Angeles, TX
Compared to Houston, Los Angeles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.6% 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
10.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
65.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.7% lower
Commute
36.8% lower
Health
12.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.9% lower
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