Waco, Texas vs. South Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Houston, Texas is 14.7% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $57,351 in South Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Houston, Texas is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
70% more expensive in South Houston
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. South Houston, TX
Compared to Waco, South Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  70.3% higher
  Health
  5.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher