Washington, District of Columbia vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 36.6% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $72,925 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Houston
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Washington, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  12.0% lower
  Health
  0.4% lower
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  Personal
  5.0% lower
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