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SEATTLE vs. HOUSTON
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs Houston, Texas

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 43.1% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $22,779 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Houston
than in Seattle, Washington

Seattle, WA vs Houston, TX

Compared to Seattle, Houston is:

Homeowner

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43.1% lower

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9.8% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

74.0% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

40.3% higher

Commute

13.5% lower

Health

7.8% higher

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Personal

16.4% lower

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