Newton, Iowa vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 28.4% more expensive than Newton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $102,688 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Newton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Houston
than in Newton, Iowa
Newton, IA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Newton, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.4% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% lower
  Commute
  75.0% higher
  Health
  9.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher