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| Expense | McHenry | Houston | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $10.13 | $14.40 | McHenry |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $40.50 | $57.60 | McHenry |
| Cappuccino | $3.04 | $4.32 | McHenry |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $230 | $326 | McHenry |
| Monthly public transport pass | $37.13 | $52.80 | McHenry |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $97.88 | $139 | McHenry |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $28.35 | $40.32 | McHenry |
| Fitness club membership | $28.35 | $40.32 | McHenry |
| Cinema ticket | $7.43 | $10.56 | McHenry |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $625 | $971 | McHenry |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $435 | $675 | McHenry |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,304 | $2,026 | McHenry |
| Total single-person budget | $1,110 | $1,635 | McHenry |
| Average net salary | $3,510 | $4,992 |
McHenry is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in McHenry runs about $1,110 versus $1,635 in Houston — a difference of roughly 47%.
Salary-adjusted, Houston leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in McHenry · Full cost of living in Houston