Sioux City, Iowa vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 27.7% more expensive than Sioux City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $91,925 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Sioux City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Sioux City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Houston
than in Sioux City, Iowa
Sioux City, IA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Sioux City, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.7% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  75.8% higher
  Health
  5.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% higher