Houston, Alaska vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 9.6% cheaper than Houston, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $67,827 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Houston, Alaska
• Food is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Food
25% cheaper in Houston, TX
than in Houston, Alaska
Houston, AK vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Houston, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.6% 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
  26.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  10.3% lower
  Health
  25.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% lower

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