Alexandria, Virginia vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 31.9% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $27,227 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Houston
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Alexandria, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.9% 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
  12.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower