Houston, Texas vs. Bethel, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bethel, Alaska is 59.8% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $68,710 in Bethel, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bethel, Alaska is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Bethel
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Bethel, AK
Compared to Houston, Bethel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.8% 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
  121.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  179.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  155.1% higher
  Commute
  40.4% lower
  Health
  30.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% higher