Houston, Texas vs. Fort Garland, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Garland, Colorado is 13.2% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $43,403 in Fort Garland, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Garland, Colorado is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Fort Garland
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Fort Garland, CO
Compared to Houston, Fort Garland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.2% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  37.5% lower
  Health
  3.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% lower