Cost of Living Calculator - Newton, Massachusetts vs Houston, Texas


The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 54.1% cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $34,452 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Newton, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Houston
than in Newton, Massachusetts
Newton, MA vs Houston, TX
Compared to Newton, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.1% 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
  17.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.0% lower
  Commute
  19.7% higher
  Health
  6.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.7% lower

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