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READING vs. HOUSTON
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Reading, Pennsylvania vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
6.9%
more expensive
than Reading, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$10,694
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Reading, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
more expensive
than Reading, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Houston
than in Reading, Pennsylvania
Reading, PA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Reading, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
227.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.4% lower
Commute
20.0% higher
Health
17.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.5% higher
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