Tacoma, Washington vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 19.1% cheaper than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $80,932 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Houston
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Tacoma, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  42.3% higher
  Commute
  0.3% lower
  Health
  7.7% higher
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  Personal
  13.5% lower
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