Houston vs Phoenix

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

Houston

United States

105cost index

Houston is 5% more expensive than the US average.

More Affordable
Phoenix

United States

103cost index

Phoenix is 3% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

1.9%

Houston is 1.9% pricier than Phoenix

Salary Equivalent

1.02x

$1,000 in Phoenix = $1019 in Houston