2026
| Category | 🇺🇸 Houston | 🇩🇪 Aachen | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 66.5 | 66.4 | -0.2% |
| Rent | 40.1 | 19.0 | -52.6% |
| Groceries | 72.5 | 65.4 | -9.8% |
| Restaurants | 71.1 | 60.8 | -14.5% |
| Purchasing Power | 147.5 | 147.6 | +0.1% |
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