Eau Claire, Wisconsin vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 7.3% more expensive than Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $34,337 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Eau Claire, Wisconsin
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
57% more expensive in Houston
than in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Eau Claire, WI vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Eau Claire, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  57.2% higher
  Health
  24.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher