Houston
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Houston and Las Vegas have similar costs overall.
| Houston | Las Vegas | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $2,098.20 CAD | $2,028.26 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $1,748.50 CAD | $1,678.56 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 98 | 99 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $125.89 CAD | $90.92 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $237.80 CAD | $223.81 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.09 CAD | $1.33 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $30.77 CAD | $30.77 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $55.95 CAD | $58.75 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $1,678.56 CAD | $1,468.74 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 Houston...
You would need $58,288 in Las Vegas to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston cheaper than Las Vegas?
Houston and Las Vegas have similar costs overall.
How much is rent in Houston vs Las Vegas?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,500 USD per month in Houston and $1,450 USD in Las Vegas. Outside the centre, it is $1,250 USD in Houston and $1,200 USD in Las Vegas.
What salary do I need to move from Houston to Las Vegas?
On average, you need about 97% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Houston is roughly equivalent to $58,288 in Las Vegas.