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| Measure | Houston | Austin | Vancouver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Climate | |||
| January / July average | 12°C / 29°C | 11°C / 30°C | 4°C / 18°C |
| Sunny days a year | 204 | 230 | 165 |
| Snow a year | 0 cm | 2 cm | 30 cm |
| Money | |||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 96 | 105 | 135 |
| Typical home price | US$340,000 | US$550,000 | C$1,250,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | US$6,800 | US$9,900 | C$3,500 |
| Provincial or state income tax | None | None | Medium |
| Life | |||
| Health care | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Public plan, no premium |
| School rating | 6.4 / 10 | 7.7 / 10 | 8.1 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 4.6% | 3.5% | 5.6% |
| Main industries | Energy, medicine, port, aerospace | Tech, government, music | Tech, film, trade |
| Getting around (typical drive) | |||
| Airport | 30 min | 20 min | 25 min |
| Ski hill | 3h+ | 3h+ | 30 min |
| Beach or lake | 1h | 15 min | 10 min |
| Downtown | In town | In town | In town |
| Risks | |||
| Wildfire | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: High | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: High | Risk: High | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Low | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Lifestyle | |||
| ☀️ Warm winters | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 🏖️ Beach | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| ⛷️ Skiing | – | – | ✓ |
| 🥾 Hiking | – | – | ✓ |
| 🌃 Nightlife | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🎸 Live music | – | ✓ | – |
| 🍜 Food scene | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 💻 Remote-work hub | – | ✓ | – |
| 🏙️ Big city | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| See homes | See homes | See homes | |
All figures are approximate and for comparison only: averages and estimates, not official statistics. Prices are in each place's local currency. Risk levels are illustrative; check government hazard maps (FEMA, NOAA, Natural Resources Canada) before you buy.