San Jose, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 55.6% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $46,640 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Houston
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to San Jose, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.3% lower
  Commute
  21.2% lower
  Health
  11.7% lower
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  Personal
  4.2% lower
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