Stony Brook, New York vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 30.8% cheaper than Stony Brook, New York.

You would need a salary of $69,203 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Stony Brook, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Stony Brook, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Houston
than in Stony Brook, New York
Stony Brook, NY vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Stony Brook, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.8% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.0% lower
  Commute
  12.2% higher
  Health
  24.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower