Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs Rock Springs, Wyoming


The cost of living in Rock Springs, Wyoming is 2.1% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $121,404 in Rock Springs, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rock Springs, Wyoming is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
35% cheaper in Rock Springs
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs Rock Springs, WY
Compared to Houston, Rock Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  35.5% lower
  Health
  54.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher

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