Ocean Springs, Mississippi vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 8.4% more expensive than Ocean Springs, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $54,200 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Ocean Springs, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Houston
than in Ocean Springs, Mississippi
Ocean Springs, MS vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Ocean Springs, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.4% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  31.9% higher
  Health
  6.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower