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HOUSTON vs. GRAND RAPIDS
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Houston, Texas vs. Grand Rapids, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Grand Rapids, Michigan is
6.3%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$42,173
in Grand Rapids, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Rapids, Michigan is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
20% cheaper in Grand Rapids
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Grand Rapids, MI
Compared to Houston, Grand Rapids is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
11.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.5% higher
Commute
20.1% lower
Health
14.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.7% lower
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