Madison Heights, Michigan vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 3.9% more expensive than Madison Heights, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $84,173 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison Heights, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Madison Heights, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Houston
than in Madison Heights, Michigan
Madison Heights, MI vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Madison Heights, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  19.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% lower