Cost of Living Calculator - Van Buren, Maine vs Houston, Texas


The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 31.2% more expensive than Van Buren, Maine.

You would need a salary of $98,420 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Van Buren, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Van Buren, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
132% more expensive in Houston
than in Van Buren, Maine
Van Buren, ME vs Houston, TX
Compared to Van Buren, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  145.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% lower
  Commute
  80.6% higher
  Health
  19.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% higher

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