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SEATTLE vs. HOUSTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Seattle, Washington vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
43.1%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$284,541
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Houston
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Seattle, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
43.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
9.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
74.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
40.3% higher
Commute
13.5% lower
Health
7.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
16.4% lower
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