Federal Way, Washington vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 28.8% cheaper than Federal Way, Washington.

You would need a salary of $35,608 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Federal Way, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Federal Way, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Houston
than in Federal Way, Washington
Federal Way, WA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Federal Way, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.8% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.9% higher
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  7.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.2% lower