Newark, New Jersey vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 22.2% cheaper than Newark, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $23,331 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Newark, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Houston
than in Newark, New Jersey
Newark, NJ vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Newark, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.4% lower
  Commute
  23.8% lower
  Health
  4.0% lower
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  Personal
  13.2% lower
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