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


The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 12.2% more expensive than Wilmington, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $35,928 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Wilmington, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Wilmington, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Houston
than in Wilmington, Illinois
Wilmington, IL vs Houston, TX
Compared to Wilmington, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  32.1% higher
  Health
  0.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% higher

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