Alberta, Virginia vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 28.2% more expensive than Alberta, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $96,141 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Alberta, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Alberta, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
124% more expensive in Houston
than in Alberta, Virginia
Alberta, VA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Alberta, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.2% higher
      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
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  85.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  62.6% higher
  Health
  11.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% higher