Jena, Louisiana vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 15.6% more expensive than Jena, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $115,617 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Jena, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Jena, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in Houston
than in Jena, Louisiana
Jena, LA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Jena, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.6% 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
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  115.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  7.5% higher
  Health
  29.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher