Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 5.3% cheaper than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $71,057 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
17% cheaper in Houston
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Valparaiso, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% lower
  Commute
  6.7% higher
  Health
  5.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower