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LAKEWOOD vs. HOUSTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Lakewood, California vs Houston, Texas
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
39.0%
cheaper
than Lakewood, California.
You would need a salary of
$45,786
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakewood, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Lakewood, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Houston
than in Lakewood, California
Lakewood, CA vs Houston, TX
Compared to Lakewood, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.0% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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4.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
68.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.1% lower
Commute
23.5% lower
Health
9.7% higher
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Personal
4.5% lower
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