Philo, Illinois vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 15.6% more expensive than Philo, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $86,713 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Philo, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Philo, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Houston
than in Philo, Illinois
Philo, IL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Philo, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.6% 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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  53.2% higher
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher