Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs Portland, Texas


The cost of living in Portland, Texas is 6.7% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $48,521 in Portland, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Texas is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
34% cheaper in Portland
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs Portland, TX
Compared to Houston, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  29.2% lower
  Health
  10.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower

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