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HOUSTON vs. WACO
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Houston, Texas vs. Waco, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Waco, Texas is
17.4%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$38,830
in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Waco
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Houston, Waco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.4% 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)
34.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.7% higher
Commute
39.2% lower
Health
6.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.5% lower
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