Atlanta
HoustonVS
Houston is 8% cheaper than Atlanta overall.
| Atlanta | Houston | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $2,517.84 CAD | $2,098.20 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $2,028.26 CAD | $1,748.50 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 101 | 98 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $153.87 CAD | $125.89 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $202.83 CAD | $237.80 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.15 CAD | $1.09 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $32.17 CAD | $30.77 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $67.14 CAD | $55.95 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $1,818.44 CAD | $1,678.56 CAD |
Each city is shown in your selected currency (toggle CAD/USD in the header); cheaper values are highlighted after converting to a common currency. Updated June 2026.
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If you earn $in Atlanta...
You would need $55,470 in Houston to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta cheaper than Houston?
Houston is 8% cheaper than Atlanta overall.
How much is rent in Atlanta vs Houston?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,800 USD per month in Atlanta and $1,500 USD in Houston. Outside the centre, it is $1,450 USD in Atlanta and $1,250 USD in Houston.
What salary do I need to move from Atlanta to Houston?
On average, you need about 92% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Atlanta is roughly equivalent to $55,470 in Houston.