Provo, Utah vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 12.1% cheaper than Provo, Utah.

You would need a salary of $131,785 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Provo, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Provo, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Houston
than in Provo, Utah
Provo, UT vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Provo, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  39.3% higher
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher