Houston, Texas vs. Harlan, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harlan, Kentucky is 30.1% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $55,958 in Harlan, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harlan, Kentucky is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Harlan
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Harlan, KY
Compared to Houston, Harlan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.1% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  36.1% lower
  Health
  2.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% lower