Western Springs, Illinois vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 31.3% cheaper than Western Springs, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $68,705 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Western Springs, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Western Springs, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Houston
than in Western Springs, Illinois
Western Springs, IL vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Western Springs, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.3% lower
      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
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  7.7% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower