Houghton, Michigan vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 8.1% cheaper than Houghton, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $73,481 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Houghton, Michigan
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
19% cheaper in Waco
than in Houghton, Michigan
Houghton, MI vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Houghton, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.8% lower
  Commute
  7.3% lower
  Health
  16.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher