Athens, Ohio vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 20.3% more expensive than Athens, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $52,922 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Athens, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Houston
than in Athens, Ohio
Athens, OH vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Athens, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.3% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% lower
  Commute
  100.0% higher
  Health
  5.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher