Los Angeles, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 45.8% cheaper than Los Angeles, California.

You would need a salary of $68,834 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Houston
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Los Angeles, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  28.0% lower
  Health
  5.7% higher
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  Personal
  3.9% lower
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