Cost of Living Calculator - Merrick, New York vs Houston, Texas


The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 40.5% cheaper than Merrick, New York.

You would need a salary of $23,827 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Merrick, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Merrick, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Houston
than in Merrick, New York
Merrick, NY vs Houston, TX
Compared to Merrick, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.5% 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
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.8% lower
  Commute
  31.2% lower
  Health
  24.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% lower

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