Roanoke, Virginia vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 14.4% more expensive than Roanoke, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $57,186 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Roanoke, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Roanoke, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Houston
than in Roanoke, Virginia
Roanoke, VA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Roanoke, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  54.5% higher
  Health
  14.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% higher