Amherst, New York vs. Smithville, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Smithville, Texas is 14.8% more expensive than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $57,389 in Smithville, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Smithville, Texas is more expensive than Amherst, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% more expensive in Smithville
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs. Smithville, TX
Compared to Amherst, Smithville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.8% 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
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  31.5% higher
  Health
  1.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher