James Island, South Carolina vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 12.2% cheaper than James Island, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $43,888 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in James Island, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than James Island, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Houston
than in James Island, South Carolina
James Island, SC vs. Houston, TX
Compared to James Island, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% 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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  24.0% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower

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