Phoenix, Arizona vs. South Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Houston, Texas is 16.7% cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $24,977 in South Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Houston, Texas is cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in South Houston
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. South Houston, TX
Compared to Phoenix, South Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.7% lower
      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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  4.4% higher
  Health
  2.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% lower