Amarillo, Texas vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 22.8% more expensive than Amarillo, Texas.

You would need a salary of $61,375 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Amarillo, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Amarillo, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Houston
than in Amarillo, Texas
Amarillo, TX vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Amarillo, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.8% 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
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  58.9% higher
  Health
  6.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher