Chicago Heights, Illinois vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 7.9% more expensive than Chicago Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $53,955 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Chicago Heights, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% more expensive in Houston
than in Chicago Heights, Illinois
Chicago_Heights, IL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Chicago_Heights, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% 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
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  112.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  5.0% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% lower