South Houston, Texas vs. Grand Forks, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Forks, North Dakota is 5.2% cheaper than South Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $47,403 in Grand Forks, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in South Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Forks, North Dakota is cheaper than South Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
44% cheaper in Grand Forks
than in South Houston, Texas
South Houston, TX vs. Grand Forks, ND
Compared to South Houston, Grand Forks is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% lower
      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
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  44.8% lower
  Health
  13.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower