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HOUSTON vs. METROPOLIS
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Houston, Texas vs. Metropolis, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Metropolis, Illinois is
27.2%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$21,832
in Metropolis, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Metropolis, Illinois is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Metropolis
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Metropolis, IL
Compared to Houston, Metropolis is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.2% 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
5.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
69.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.4% lower
Commute
42.1% lower
Health
34.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.5% lower
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