salaryHouston is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Moreno Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,533
$2,591
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,499
$2,138
💵 Families earn per year
$69,901
$100,540
🔑 Buying a house
$277,800
$503,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.6
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,198
$3,349
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$168
👥 People living there
2,328,253
211,666
Commute to work
27.2 min
35.5 min
College degree
36.6%
17.8%
Own their home
42.1%
63.3%
Below poverty line
19.9%
11.7%
Unemployment
6.9%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Moreno Valley for higher incomes, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston or Moreno Valley cheaper to live in?
Houston is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,533 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in Moreno Valley to match $60,000 in Houston?
About $67,355 a year gives the same standard of living in Moreno Valley.
Where do people earn more, Houston or Moreno Valley?
The typical household earns $69,901 in Houston and $100,540 in Moreno Valley, 30% more in Moreno Valley.