Pocono, Pennsylvania vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 0.8% cheaper than Pocono, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $49,585 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Pocono, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Pocono, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
6% more expensive in Houston
than in Pocono, Pennsylvania
Pocono, PA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Pocono, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  6.4% higher
  Health
  0.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher