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HOUSTON vs. COLUMBUS
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Houston, Texas vs. Columbus, Ohio
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is
9.5%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$74,186
in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Columbus
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Houston, Columbus is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.5% lower
Child Care
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Food
0.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
15.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.8% higher
Commute
24.3% lower
Health
5.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.8% lower
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