Houston, Texas vs. Riverside, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Riverside, California is 40.4% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $196,586 in Riverside, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Riverside, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Riverside
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Riverside, CA
Compared to Houston, Riverside is:
  Homeowner
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  40.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  120.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.8% higher
  Commute
  22.8% higher
  Health
  8.2% lower
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  Personal
  5.2% higher
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