Pontiac, Michigan vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 14.5% more expensive than Pontiac, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $57,254 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Pontiac, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Pontiac, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
135% more expensive in Houston
than in Pontiac, Michigan
Pontiac, MI vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Pontiac, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  8.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  162.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% lower
  Commute
  9.6% lower
  Health
  19.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower