Jackson, Tennessee vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 17.9% more expensive than Jackson, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $165,062 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Jackson, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Houston
than in Jackson, Tennessee
Jackson, TN vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Jackson, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.9% higher
      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
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  56.2% higher
  Health
  3.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% lower