Lake Zurich, Illinois vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 11.8% cheaper than Lake Zurich, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,090 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Zurich, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Lake Zurich, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Houston
than in Lake Zurich, Illinois
Lake Zurich, IL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Lake Zurich, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% lower
      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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  24.7% higher
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower