Cost of Living in Houston, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.0
100 = national avg
+29.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,781
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,210
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.5
Food126.6
Transportation153.2
Healthcare121.3
Utilities118.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,165
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,470
per month
The overall cost of living index in Houston is 129.0, which is 29.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,781 per year to cover basic expenses.