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PHOENIX vs. HOUSTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Phoenix, Arizona vs Houston, Texas
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
12.1%
cheaper
than Phoenix, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$65,892
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Houston
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs Houston, TX
Compared to Phoenix, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.1% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
22.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.2% lower
Commute
0.9% higher
Health
2.8% higher
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Personal
0.3% higher
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