Springfield, Virginia vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 33.1% cheaper than Springfield, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $24,076 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Springfield, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Houston
than in Springfield, Virginia
Springfield, VA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Springfield, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.1% 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
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  6.5% lower
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% lower