Lima, Ohio vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 31.4% more expensive than Lima, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $46 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lima, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Lima, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Houston
than in Lima, Ohio
Lima, OH vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Lima, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.4% 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
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  317.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% lower
  Commute
  67.1% higher
  Health
  5.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower