salaryEl Paso is 10% 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
$1,246
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$157
👥 People living there
680,130
2,328,253
Commute to work
23.4 min
27.2 min
College degree
28.1%
36.6%
Own their home
60.8%
42.1%
Below poverty line
18.4%
19.9%
Unemployment
6%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Houston for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | El Paso | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $77,770 | $119,600 | +54% in Houston |
| Market Research Analyst | $50,680 | $67,370 | +33% in Houston |
| Accountant | $65,990 | $85,090 | +29% in Houston |
| Physician Assistant | $107,220 | $137,240 | +28% in Houston |
| Civil Engineer | $79,090 | $100,950 | +28% in Houston |
| HVAC Technician | $47,270 | $58,940 | +25% in Houston |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,660 | $104,930 | +24% in Houston |
| Electrician | $48,140 | $59,180 | +23% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Houston cheaper to live in?
El Paso is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,246 a month there versus $1,533 in Houston.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in El Paso?
About $65,817 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Houston?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $69,901 in Houston, 8% more in Houston.