Altoona, Pennsylvania vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 27.7% more expensive than Altoona, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $70,221 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Altoona, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
107% more expensive in Houston
than in Altoona, Pennsylvania
Altoona, PA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Altoona, Houston is:
  Homeowner
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  27.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  155.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  44.4% higher
  Health
  7.9% higher
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  Personal
  2.7% higher
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