salaryHouston is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,533
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,499
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$69,901
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$277,800
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,198
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$176
👥 People living there
2,328,253
290,594
Commute to work
27.2 min
25.4 min
College degree
36.6%
60.5%
Own their home
42.1%
56.9%
Below poverty line
19.9%
6.8%
Unemployment
6.9%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Houston | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $74,570 | $92,910 | +25% in Plano |
| Market Research Analyst | $67,370 | $75,240 | +12% in Plano |
| Customer Service Representative | $40,380 | $44,990 | +11% in Plano |
| Firefighter | $59,120 | $64,900 | +10% in Plano |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,080 | $24,160 | +9% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $113,440 | $122,520 | +8% in Plano |
| Operations Manager | $119,600 | $111,010 | -7% in Plano |
| Lawyer | $157,980 | $168,510 | +7% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston or Plano cheaper to live in?
Houston is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,533 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Houston?
About $62,714 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Houston or Plano?
The typical household earns $69,901 in Houston and $121,065 in Plano, 42% more in Plano.