Rockville, Maryland vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 31.6% cheaper than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $0 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Rockville, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Houston
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Rockville, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.6% 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
  13.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  11.1% lower
  Health
  9.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher