Minot, North Dakota vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 12.5% more expensive than Minot, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $39,370 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Minot, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Minot, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Houston
than in Minot, North Dakota
Minot, ND vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Minot, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  66.9% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower