Merced, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 9.7% cheaper than Merced, California.

You would need a salary of $103,804 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Houston
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Merced, Houston is:
  Homeowner
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  9.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  17.7% higher
  Health
  21.6% lower
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  Personal
  3.9% higher
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