South Bend, Indiana vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 27.3% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $63,667 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Houston
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Houston, TX
Compared to South Bend, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.3% 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
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  172.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% higher
  Commute
  54.1% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher