Houston, Texas vs. Parker, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Parker, Colorado is 48.9% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $162,302 in Parker, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Parker, Colorado is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
169% more expensive in Parker
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Parker, CO
Compared to Houston, Parker is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.9% 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
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  158.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.7% higher