Dickinson, North Dakota vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 4.1% more expensive than Dickinson, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $51,170 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Dickinson, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Dickinson, North Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
76% more expensive in Houston
than in Dickinson, North Dakota
Dickinson, ND vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Dickinson, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% higher
  Commute
  76.3% higher
  Health
  10.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower