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DURHAM vs. HOUSTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Durham, North Carolina vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
2.1%
cheaper
than Durham, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$35,172
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Durham, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Durham, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Houston
than in Durham, North Carolina
Durham, NC vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Durham, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
19.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% lower
Commute
41.5% higher
Health
2.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.7% higher
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