Jacksonville, Florida vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 1.4% more expensive than Jacksonville, Florida.

You would need a salary of $101,380 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Jacksonville, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Jacksonville, Florida
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
17% more expensive in Houston
than in Jacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville, FL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Jacksonville, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  17.4% higher
  Health
  5.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher