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COLUMBUS vs. HOUSTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Columbus, Ohio vs Houston, Texas
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
10.5%
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$82,902
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Houston
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs Houston, TX
Compared to Columbus, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.5% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
17.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.5% lower
Commute
32.1% higher
Health
6.3% higher
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Personal
8.4% higher
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