Mankato, Minnesota vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 10.7% more expensive than Mankato, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $105,127 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Mankato, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Mankato, Minnesota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
75% more expensive in Houston
than in Mankato, Minnesota
Mankato, MN vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Mankato, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  75.0% higher
  Health
  8.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher