Independence, Kansas vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 42.5% more expensive than Independence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $114,030 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Independence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
174% more expensive in Houston
than in Independence, Kansas
Independence, KS vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Independence, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.5% 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
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  207.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.2% lower
  Commute
  83.1% higher
  Health
  4.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher