Is College Station more expensive than Houston?

College Station is 5.4% cheaper than Houston overall. Rent is 34.7% lower, groceries 4.2% more expensive, and restaurants 7.7% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Houston or College Station?

Houston has a purchasing power index of 160.0 while College Station has 180.2 (NYC = 100). College Station offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Houston vs 🇺🇸 College Station

2026

College Station is 5.4% cheaper

Category	🇺🇸 Houston	🇺🇸 College Station	Difference
Cost of Living	64.9	61.4	-5.4%
Rent	39.5	25.8	-34.7%
Groceries	71.3	74.3	+4.2%
Restaurants	70.5	65.1	-7.7%
Purchasing Power	160.0	180.2	+12.6%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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