Hartselle, Alabama vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 13.8% more expensive than Hartselle, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $56,913 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Hartselle, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Hartselle, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Houston
than in Hartselle, Alabama
Hartselle, AL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Hartselle, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  43.9% higher
  Health
  17.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher