New Castle, Pennsylvania vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 31.2% more expensive than New Castle, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $39,354 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in New Castle, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than New Castle, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Houston
than in New Castle, Pennsylvania
New Castle, PA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to New Castle, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  401.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  58.2% higher
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher