Houston, Texas vs. Rio Grande City, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Grande City, Texas is 28.8% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $53,403 in Rio Grande City, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Grande City, Texas is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Rio Grande City
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Rio Grande City, TX
Compared to Houston, Rio Grande City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.8% 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
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  34.4% lower
  Health
  0.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% lower