Houston, Texas vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 13.8% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $34,147 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Phoenix
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Houston, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
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  13.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  0.9% lower
  Health
  2.7% lower
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  Personal
  0.3% lower
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