Houston, Texas vs. Marcus, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marcus, Iowa is 19.9% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $40,052 in Marcus, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marcus, Iowa is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Marcus
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Marcus, IA
Compared to Houston, Marcus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.9% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  43.4% lower
  Health
  22.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower