Houston, Texas vs. Lake Los Angeles, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Los Angeles, California is 12.7% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $95,770 in Lake Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Los Angeles, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
72% more expensive in Lake Los Angeles
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Lake Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Houston, Lake Los Angeles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% higher
      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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% higher
  Commute
  35.0% higher
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher