Ridgeland, Mississippi vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 8.5% more expensive than Ridgeland, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $37,983 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ridgeland, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Ridgeland, Mississippi
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
60% more expensive in Houston
than in Ridgeland, Mississippi
Ridgeland, MS vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Ridgeland, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.5% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  50.4% higher
  Health
  7.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower