Houston, Texas vs. Springfield, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, New Jersey is 17.2% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $58,586 in Springfield, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, New Jersey is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Springfield
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Springfield, NJ
Compared to Houston, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% higher
      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
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  4.8% lower
  Health
  1.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher