Cost of Living Calculator - Ellensburg, Washington vs Houston, Texas


The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 7.2% cheaper than Ellensburg, Washington.

You would need a salary of $165,199 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ellensburg, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Ellensburg, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Houston
than in Ellensburg, Washington
Ellensburg, WA vs Houston, TX
Compared to Ellensburg, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.7% higher
  Commute
  65.0% higher
  Health
  10.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher

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