Houston, Texas vs. Menlo Park, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Menlo Park, California is 271.8% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $743,665 in Menlo Park, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Menlo Park, California is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
898% more expensive in Menlo Park
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Menlo Park, CA
Compared to Houston, Menlo Park is:
  Homeowner
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  271.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  24.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,126.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  16.2% higher
  Health
  23.4% higher
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  Personal
  18.5% higher
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