Boston vs Houston

Cost of living comparison — which city stretches your money further?

Boston

United States

141cost index

Boston is 41% more expensive than the US average.

More Affordable
Houston

United States

105cost index

Houston is 5% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

34.3%

Boston is 34.3% pricier than Houston

Salary Equivalent

1.34x

$1,000 in Houston = $1343 in Boston