Las Cruces, New Mexico vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 14.4% more expensive than Las Cruces, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $171,557 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Las Cruces, New Mexico
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
61% more expensive in Houston
than in Las Cruces, New Mexico
Las Cruces, NM vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Las Cruces, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  61.0% higher
  Health
  9.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher

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