Cost of Living in Houston
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Houston, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Houston is below the New York City baseline (composite index 63 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)42
Groceries index78
Dining out index72
Transport index48
Utilities index76
Median annual salary$60,000
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
State income tax rate0.00%
Est. monthly childcare$1,050
Est. monthly healthcare premium$450
YoY inflation3.0%
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