Wheeling, Illinois vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 3.7% cheaper than Wheeling, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $72,203 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Wheeling, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Wheeling, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Houston
than in Wheeling, Illinois
Wheeling, IL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Wheeling, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  1.7% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower