Gainesville, Florida vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 6.1% more expensive than Gainesville, Florida.

You would need a salary of $47,750 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Gainesville, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Gainesville, Florida
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% more expensive in Houston
than in Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville, FL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Gainesville, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.1% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  46.0% higher
  Health
  11.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher