Houston, Texas vs. Newport, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newport, Rhode Island is 48.4% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $296,754 in Newport, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newport, Rhode Island is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
194% more expensive in Newport
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Newport, RI
Compared to Houston, Newport is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.4% 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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  159.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.5% higher
  Commute
  22.9% lower
  Health
  7.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% higher