Marco Island, Florida vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 30.2% cheaper than Marco Island, Florida.

You would need a salary of $34,879 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Marco Island, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Marco Island, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Houston
than in Marco Island, Florida
Marco Island, FL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Marco Island, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.2% lower
      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
  13.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  46.2% higher
  Health
  10.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower