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STERLING vs. HOUSTON
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Sterling, Virginia vs. Houston, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Houston, Texas is
28.0%
cheaper
than Sterling, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$54,016
in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is
cheaper
than Sterling, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Houston
than in Sterling, Virginia
Sterling, VA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Sterling, Houston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
56.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.1% lower
Commute
0.3% higher
Health
6.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.1% lower
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