Houston, Texas vs. South St. Paul, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South St. Paul, Minnesota is 2.1% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $68,534 in South St. Paul, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South St. Paul, Minnesota is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
21% cheaper in South St. Paul
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. South St. Paul, MN
Compared to Houston, South St. Paul 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% higher
  Commute
  15.8% lower
  Health
  21.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher