Paris, Kentucky vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 17.9% more expensive than Paris, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $88,426 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Paris, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Paris, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Houston
than in Paris, Kentucky
Paris, KY vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Paris, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.9% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  33.0% higher
  Health
  4.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher