Austin, Texas vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 26.2% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $25,093 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Houston
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Austin, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  8.3% higher
  Health
  6.4% lower
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  Personal
  0.0% higher
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