Houston, Texas vs. Essex, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Essex, Maryland is 3.8% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $98,581 in Essex, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Essex, Maryland is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
17% more expensive in Essex
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Essex, MD
Compared to Houston, Essex is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% higher
  Commute
  1.0% lower
  Health
  10.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% higher