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Cost of Living Comparison

Houston offers a low cost of living while maintaining a high quality of life with the amenities expected in a world-class city.
Published on 10/10/24

 

According to the C2ER Cost of Living Index Q2 2024, Houston has the second-lowest living costs among the most populous U.S. metro areas. Houston’s living costs are 7.0 percent below the nationwide average and 24.7 below the average of the nation’s most populous metropolitan areas.

 

 

Prepared by Greater Houston Partnership Research

Leta Wauson
Director, Research
[email protected]

Living in Houston
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Houston has the second lowest living costs among the largest U.S. metros

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