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HOUSTON vs. MCALLEN
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Houston, Texas vs. McAllen, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in McAllen, Texas is
17.5%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$412,534
in McAllen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, McAllen, Texas is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in McAllen
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Mcallen, TX
Compared to Houston, Mcallen is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
27.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.7% lower
Commute
27.6% lower
Health
2.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.9% lower
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