Lexington, South Carolina vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 2.8% more expensive than Lexington, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $51,399 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Lexington, South Carolina
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% more expensive in Houston
than in Lexington, South Carolina
Lexington, SC vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Lexington, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  31.2% higher
  Health
  19.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% higher