Houston, Texas vs. Panama City, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Panama City, Florida is 7.4% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $60,168 in Panama City, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Panama City, Florida is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
24% cheaper in Panama City
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Panama City, FL
Compared to Houston, Panama City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.4% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  24.4% lower
  Health
  4.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower