Salem, Illinois vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 35.1% more expensive than Salem, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $67,550 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Salem, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
178% more expensive in Houston
than in Salem, Illinois
Salem, IL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Salem, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.1% 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
  5.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  150.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  87.1% higher
  Health
  25.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher