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


The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 0.9% cheaper than Elma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $49,533 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Elma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Elma, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
35% more expensive in Houston
than in Elma, Washington
Elma, WA vs Houston, TX
Compared to Elma, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.6% higher
  Commute
  35.1% higher
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher

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