Metuchen, New Jersey vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 29.1% cheaper than Metuchen, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $53,174 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Metuchen, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Metuchen, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Houston
than in Metuchen, New Jersey
Metuchen, NJ vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Metuchen, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.9% lower
  Commute
  19.2% lower
  Health
  3.7% lower
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  Personal
  10.5% lower
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