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
$1,881
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$157
👥 People living there
903,844
2,328,253
Commute to work
24.7 min
27.2 min
College degree
48%
36.6%
Own their home
51%
42.1%
Below poverty line
11.7%
19.9%
Unemployment
4.6%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte 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 | Charlotte | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $59,120 | +53% in Houston |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,430 | $22,080 | -39% in Houston |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,930 | $67,370 | -19% in Houston |
| Police Officer | $63,190 | $74,570 | +18% in Houston |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,980 | $40,380 | -10% in Houston |
| Registered Nurse | $90,620 | $99,830 | +10% in Houston |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,680 | $64,500 | +10% in Houston |
| Medical Assistant | $46,520 | $42,110 | -9% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Houston cheaper to live in?
Charlotte 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 Charlotte?
About $60,790 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Houston?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $69,901 in Houston, 27% more in Charlotte.