Cost of Living Calculator - Anson, Maine vs Houston, Texas


The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 28.9% more expensive than Anson, Maine.

You would need a salary of $96,677 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Anson, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Anson, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% more expensive in Houston
than in Anson, Maine
Anson, ME vs Houston, TX
Compared to Anson, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.9% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  108.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% lower
  Commute
  61.0% higher
  Health
  6.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher

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