Marion, Iowa vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 12.9% more expensive than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $56,442 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Marion, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Houston
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Marion, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.9% 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% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  66.2% higher
  Health
  7.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher