Houston, Texas vs. New Bedford, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Bedford, Massachusetts is 7.3% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $101,963 in New Bedford, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Bedford, Massachusetts is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in New Bedford
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. New Bedford, MA
Compared to Houston, New Bedford is:
  Homeowner
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  7.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.4% higher
  Commute
  24.7% lower
  Health
  6.8% lower
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  Personal
  1.9% higher
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