Portage, Michigan vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 7.3% more expensive than Portage, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $94,427 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Portage, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Portage, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
29% more expensive in Houston
than in Portage, Michigan
Portage, MI vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Portage, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  29.9% higher
  Health
  4.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% higher