Palo Alto, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 77.9% cheaper than Palo Alto, California.

You would need a salary of $11,033 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% cheaper in Houston
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Palo Alto, Houston is:
  Homeowner
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  77.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  21.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  15.4% lower
  Health
  11.7% lower
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  Personal
  5.2% lower
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