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HOUSTON vs. FORT LAUDERDALE
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Houston, Texas vs. Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is
24.1%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$266,718
in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Lauderdale, Florida is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
110% more expensive in Fort Lauderdale
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compared to Houston, Fort Lauderdale is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
9.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
69.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.1% lower
Commute
9.9% higher
Health
4.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.1% higher
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