Columbia, Maryland vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 19.3% cheaper than Columbia, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $56,509 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Houston
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Columbia, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.0% lower
  Commute
  10.3% higher
  Health
  9.9% higher
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  Personal
  15.5% lower
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