Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs Penobscot, Maine


The cost of living in Penobscot, Maine is 0.7% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $74,450 in Penobscot, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Penobscot, Maine is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
33% cheaper in Penobscot
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs Penobscot, ME
Compared to Houston, Penobscot is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.7% 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
  10.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  33.6% lower
  Health
  23.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher

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