Washington vs Houston

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

Washington

United States

135cost index

Washington is 35% more expensive than the US average.

More Affordable
Houston

United States

105cost index

Houston is 5% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

28.6%

Washington is 28.6% pricier than Houston

Salary Equivalent

1.29x

$1,000 in Houston = $1286 in Washington