Mercer Island, Washington vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 66.2% cheaper than Mercer Island, Washington.

You would need a salary of $16,891 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Mercer Island, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Mercer Island, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% cheaper in Houston
than in Mercer Island, Washington
Mercer Island, WA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Mercer Island, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  66.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  36.9% higher
  Commute
  9.0% lower
  Health
  7.8% higher
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  Personal
  17.4% lower
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