Missouri City, Texas vs. Waltham, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waltham, Massachusetts is 42.6% more expensive than Missouri City, Texas.

You would need a salary of $71,319 in Waltham, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Missouri City, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waltham, Massachusetts is more expensive than Missouri City, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Waltham
than in Missouri City, Texas
Missouri City, TX vs. Waltham, MA
Compared to Missouri City, Waltham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.6% 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
  13.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  155.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.7% higher
  Commute
  22.3% lower
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.5% higher