Lancaster, New York vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 8.3% more expensive than Lancaster, New York.

You would need a salary of $54,138 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Lancaster, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
23% more expensive in Houston
than in Lancaster, New York
Lancaster, NY vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Lancaster, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.3% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  23.4% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher