Bethalto, Illinois vs. Friendswood, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Friendswood, Texas is 31.7% more expensive than Bethalto, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $230,545 in Friendswood, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Bethalto, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Friendswood, Texas is more expensive than Bethalto, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
162% more expensive in Friendswood
than in Bethalto, Illinois
Bethalto, IL vs. Friendswood, TX
Compared to Bethalto, Friendswood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.7% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  149.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  10.0% higher
  Health
  3.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher