Oakdale, Louisiana vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 30.1% more expensive than Oakdale, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $78,065 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakdale, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Oakdale, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
169% more expensive in Houston
than in Oakdale, Louisiana
Oakdale, LA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Oakdale, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.1% 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
  13.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  266.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  24.5% higher
  Health
  25.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% higher