Muncie, Indiana vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 33.6% more expensive than Muncie, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $100,175 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Muncie, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Muncie, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
100% more expensive in Houston
than in Muncie, Indiana
Muncie, IN vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Muncie, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.6% higher
      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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  115.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  59.9% higher
  Health
  2.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher