Oak Ridge, Tennessee vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 12.4% more expensive than Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $56,176 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Oak Ridge, Tennessee
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% more expensive in Houston
than in Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Oak Ridge, TN vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Oak Ridge, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% higher
  Commute
  40.0% higher
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher