Cost of Living Calculator - Kelso, Washington vs Houston, Texas


The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 3.1% cheaper than Kelso, Washington.

You would need a salary of $48,428 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Kelso, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Kelso, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% cheaper in Houston
than in Kelso, Washington
Kelso, WA vs Houston, TX
Compared to Kelso, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  43.6% higher
  Commute
  31.1% higher
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher

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