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MERCED vs. HOUSTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Merced, California vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
9.7%
cheaper
than Merced, California.
You would need a salary of
$103,804
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Houston
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Merced, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
28.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.5% lower
Commute
17.7% higher
Health
21.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.9% higher
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