salaryHouston is 5% 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
$2,270
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,096
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$132,171
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$575,100
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,417
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$157
👥 People living there
280,262
2,328,253
Commute to work
25.9 min
27.2 min
College degree
48.2%
36.6%
Own their home
73.1%
42.1%
Below poverty line
5.3%
19.9%
Unemployment
3.5%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Gilbert 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 | Gilbert | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $22,080 | -54% in Houston |
| Operations Manager | $98,610 | $119,600 | +21% in Houston |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $63,670 | -18% in Houston |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $49,670 | -18% in Houston |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $157,980 | +16% in Houston |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 | $37,970 | -16% in Houston |
| Cashier | $34,920 | $29,350 | -16% in Houston |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,950 | $38,000 | -15% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Gilbert or Houston cheaper to live in?
Houston is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,533 a month there versus $2,270 in Gilbert.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in Gilbert?
About $57,278 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Gilbert or Houston?
The typical household earns $132,171 in Gilbert and $69,901 in Houston, 89% more in Gilbert.