Lowell, Indiana vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 1.7% cheaper than Lowell, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $13,755 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lowell, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Lowell, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% cheaper in Houston
than in Lowell, Indiana
Lowell, IN vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Lowell, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower