Houston, Texas vs. Erie, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Erie, Pennsylvania is 17.2% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $46,880 in Erie, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Erie, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Erie
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Erie, PA
Compared to Houston, Erie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  30.6% lower
  Health
  5.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher