Pocatello, Idaho vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 10.7% more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $2,656 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Pocatello, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
60% more expensive in Houston
than in Pocatello, Idaho
Pocatello, ID vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Pocatello, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  8.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  60.2% higher
  Health
  11.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher