Houston, Texas vs. Muncie, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Muncie, Indiana is 25.1% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,408 in Muncie, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Muncie, Indiana is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Muncie
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Muncie, IN
Compared to Houston, Muncie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.1% 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
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  37.5% lower
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower