Jefferson City, Missouri vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 14.5% more expensive than Jefferson City, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $68,705 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Jefferson City, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Jefferson City, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Houston
than in Jefferson City, Missouri
Jefferson City, MO vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Jefferson City, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  75.3% higher
  Health
  24.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher