Los Altos, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 79.8% cheaper than Los Altos, California.

You would need a salary of $202,459 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Altos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Los Altos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
93% cheaper in Houston
than in Los Altos, California
Los Altos, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Los Altos, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  79.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  22.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  94.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  14.8% lower
  Health
  11.7% lower
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  Personal
  3.5% lower
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