Cost of Living Calculator - Waterman, Illinois vs Houston, Texas


The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 4.8% more expensive than Waterman, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $78,622 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterman, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Waterman, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Houston
than in Waterman, Illinois
Waterman, IL vs Houston, TX
Compared to Waterman, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  23.2% higher
  Health
  23.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher

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