Rancho Mirage, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 35.4% cheaper than Rancho Mirage, California.

You would need a salary of $100,730 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rancho Mirage, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Rancho Mirage, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Houston
than in Rancho Mirage, California
Rancho Mirage, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Rancho Mirage, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.4% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.6% lower
  Commute
  10.9% lower
  Health
  8.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower