salaryAugusta is 7% cheaperBased 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
$1,458
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$157
👥 People living there
201,528
2,328,253
Commute to work
21.1 min
27.2 min
College degree
24.7%
36.6%
Own their home
50.8%
42.1%
Below poverty line
20.1%
19.9%
Unemployment
8.6%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Houston for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $113,440 | +35% in Houston |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $104,930 | +31% in Houston |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $74,570 | +28% in Houston |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | $157,980 | +27% in Houston |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $59,120 | +24% in Houston |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $58,940 | +21% in Houston |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $22,080 | +20% in Houston |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $56,840 | +19% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Houston cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $1,533 in Houston.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $64,391 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Houston?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $69,901 in Houston, 14% more in Houston.