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HOUSTON vs. TRAVERSE CITY
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Houston, Texas vs. Traverse City, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Traverse City, Michigan is
1.5%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$76,099
in Traverse City, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Traverse City, Michigan is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% more expensive in Traverse City
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Traverse City, MI
Compared to Houston, Traverse City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.5% higher
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Food
1.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.7% lower
Commute
34.8% lower
Health
13.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.6% higher
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