South Elgin, Illinois vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 1.1% more expensive than South Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $202,116 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in South Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than South Elgin, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
25% more expensive in Houston
than in South Elgin, Illinois
South Elgin, IL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to South Elgin, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.1% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  25.7% higher
  Health
  2.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower