Oakdale, Minnesota vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 7.6% cheaper than Oakdale, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $32,326 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakdale, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Oakdale, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% cheaper in Houston
than in Oakdale, Minnesota
Oakdale, MN vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Oakdale, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% lower
      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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  11.8% higher
  Health
  28.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower