Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs Battle Creek, Michigan


The cost of living in Battle Creek, Michigan is 14.7% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $332,828 in Battle Creek, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Battle Creek, Michigan is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Battle Creek
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs Battle Creek, MI
Compared to Houston, Battle Creek is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% 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
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  18.9% lower
  Health
  0.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower

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