Elkhart, Indiana vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 19.5% more expensive than Elkhart, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $89,643 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkhart, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Elkhart, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Houston
than in Elkhart, Indiana
Elkhart, IN vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Elkhart, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.5% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% higher
  Commute
  53.7% higher
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher