Marlborough, Massachusetts vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 21.7% cheaper than Marlborough, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $18,004 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Marlborough, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Marlborough, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Houston
than in Marlborough, Massachusetts
Marlborough, MA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Marlborough, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% lower
  Commute
  18.5% higher
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.4% lower