Paducah, Kentucky vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 24.5% more expensive than Paducah, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $99,609 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Paducah, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Paducah, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Houston
than in Paducah, Kentucky
Paducah, KY vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Paducah, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.5% 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
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  141.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  68.1% higher
  Health
  19.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher