Which team is cheaper to watch: Houston Astros or Chicago White Sox?

Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Houston Astros vs Chicago White Sox gap exist?

Chicago White Sox typically needs 3 services versus 3 for Houston Astros, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Houston Astros vs Chicago White Sox

Which team costs more to watch?

MLB

Houston Astros

$104

/mo

3 services · $830/yr

Cheaper

MLB

Chicago White Sox

$104

/mo

3 services · $830/yr

It's basically a tie! Both cost about the same.

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Chicago White Sox usually asks for 3 services versus 3 for Houston Astros. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Houston Astros ranks #3 in MLB and sits $14 above the league average. Chicago White Sox ranks #2 in MLB and sits $14 above the league average.

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How we checked the math

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: HOUSTON for Houston Astros and CHICAGO for Chicago White Sox.
The gap reflects monthly price and service count, so similar headline prices can still hide setup complexity.
Use the calculator if you follow both teams or live outside either home market.