Dallas, Texas vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 5.4% cheaper than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $40,422 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Houston
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Dallas, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  1.6% higher
  Health
  3.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% lower

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