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ST. LOUIS vs. HOUSTON
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St. Louis, Missouri vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
15.5%
more expensive
than St. Louis, Missouri.
You would need a salary of
$86,608
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Louis, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
more expensive
than St. Louis, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% more expensive in Houston
than in St. Louis, Missouri
St. Louis, MO vs. Houston, TX
Compared to St. Louis, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.5% higher
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Renter
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Food
2.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
60.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.7% higher
Commute
20.8% higher
Health
1.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.2% higher
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