Tempe, Arizona vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 15.2% cheaper than Tempe, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $76,332 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Tempe, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Tempe, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Houston
than in Tempe, Arizona
Tempe, AZ vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Tempe, Houston is:
  Homeowner
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  15.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.6% lower
  Commute
  10.1% higher
  Health
  2.8% higher
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  Personal
  0.3% higher
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