Staten Island, New York vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 49.0% cheaper than Staten Island, New York.

You would need a salary of $24,465 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Staten Island, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Staten Island, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Waco
than in Staten Island, New York
Staten Island, NY vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Staten Island, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.0% 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
  19.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  76.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.6% lower
  Commute
  60.5% lower
  Health
  21.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% lower