Bedford, Massachusetts vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 40.8% cheaper than Bedford, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $44,405 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Bedford, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Bedford, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Houston
than in Bedford, Massachusetts
Bedford, MA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Bedford, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.8% lower
      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
  13.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.1% lower
  Commute
  24.9% higher
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.3% lower