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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 11/7/24

According to the C2ER Cost of Living Index Q3 2024, Houston has the third-lowest living costs among the most populous U.S. metro areas. Houston’s living costs are 5.3 percent below the nationwide average and 23.4 percent below the average of the nation’s most populous metropolitan areas.

Prepared by Greater Houston Partnership Research

Leta Wauson
Director, Research
lwauson@xyschool.net

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

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