salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Houston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,999
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$157
👥 People living there
505,268
2,328,253
Commute to work
26.5 min
27.2 min
College degree
59.2%
36.6%
Own their home
46.4%
42.1%
Below poverty line
16.9%
19.9%
Unemployment
5.9%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Atlanta | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $47,300 | $59,120 | +25% in Houston |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $137,240 | +23% in Houston |
| Police Officer | $60,910 | $74,570 | +22% in Houston |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $22,080 | +20% in Houston |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,570 | $64,500 | -16% in Houston |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,030 | $67,370 | -15% in Houston |
| Civil Engineer | $88,000 | $100,950 | +15% in Houston |
| Lawyer | $138,210 | $157,980 | +14% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Houston cheaper to live in?
Atlanta and Houston cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $59,143 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Houston?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $69,901 in Houston, 32% more in Atlanta.