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Houston, Texas vs. United States,
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in United States, is
4.7%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$277,487
in United States, to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, United States, is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% more expensive in United States
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Houston, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
1.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
24.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% higher
Commute
16.0% lower
Health
5.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.4% lower
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