Rio Grande City, Texas vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 40.4% more expensive than Rio Grande City, Texas.

You would need a salary of $51,963 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rio Grande City, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Rio Grande City, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
164% more expensive in Houston
than in Rio Grande City, Texas
Rio Grande City, TX vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Rio Grande City, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.4% 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
  10.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  150.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  52.4% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.3% higher