Ardmore, Oklahoma vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 33.0% more expensive than Ardmore, Oklahoma.

You would need a salary of $172,911 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ardmore, Oklahoma.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Ardmore, Oklahoma
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% more expensive in Houston
than in Ardmore, Oklahoma
Ardmore, OK vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Ardmore, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.0% 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
  6.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  145.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  69.8% higher
  Health
  27.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% higher