Chicago vs Houston

Comparing living costs and required salaries for $65,000 annual income.

Compare Others
Chicago, IL
$3,880/mo
Tight Budget
  • Rent (1BR) $2,100
  • Net Monthly Pay $3,953
  • Taxes (Monthly) $1,193
Houston, TX
$3,143/mo
Comfortable Buffer
  • Rent (1BR) $1,450
  • Net Monthly Pay $4,221
  • Taxes (Monthly) $925

The Verdict

Living in Chicago is more expensive than Houston by approximately $737 per month.

Comfortable Salary in Chicago
$78,072
Comfortable Salary in Houston
$66,280