Montrose, Colorado vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 1.1% more expensive than Montrose, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $66,698 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Montrose, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Montrose, Colorado
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
71% more expensive in Houston
than in Montrose, Colorado
Montrose, CO vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Montrose, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.1% 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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  71.2% higher
  Health
  18.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher