Houston, Texas vs. Bedford, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bedford, Iowa is 26.5% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $36,754 in Bedford, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bedford, Iowa is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Bedford
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Bedford, IA
Compared to Houston, Bedford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.9% higher
  Commute
  42.5% lower
  Health
  26.6% higher
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  Personal
  1.7% lower
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