Mexia, Texas vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 35.7% more expensive than Mexia, Texas.

You would need a salary of $67,827 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Mexia, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Mexia, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Houston
than in Mexia, Texas
Mexia, TX vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Mexia, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.7% 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)
  106.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  78.1% higher
  Health
  7.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% higher