Head-to-Head Institutional Econometric Comparison
AMNH vs. Houston Natural Science
Comparing New York, NY against Houston, TX on Value Scores, ticket prices, median dwell depth, crowd congestion, and Form 990 endowments.
New York, NY • Est. 1869
85.2/100American Museum of Natural History
Titanosaur, Hayden Planetarium, and the Gilder Center for Science
Adult Admission$28
Median Dwell3.5 Hours
Net Endowment$850.0M
Annual Visitors4.5M
Houston, TX • Est. 1909
84.8/100Houston Museum of Natural Science
Paleontology Hall of Prehistoric Predators, Cockrell Butterfly Center & Gems
Adult Admission$25
Median Dwell3.2 Hours
Net Endowment$115.0M
Annual Visitors2.0M
Direct Side-by-Side Dimension Matrix
| Metric / Dimension | AMNH | Houston Natural Science |
|---|---|---|
| Bang-for-Buck Value Score | 85.2/100 | 84.8/100 |
| General Adult Admission | $28 | $25 |
| Median Visitor Dwell Time | 3.5 Hours | 3.2 Hours |
| IRS Form 990 Net Endowment | $850.0M | $115.0M |
| Onsite Parking Fee | $40 | $20 |
| Average Meal/Snack Basket | $22/person | $15/person |
| Civic Free Days Policy | Pay-what-you-wish for residents of NY, NJ, and CT with valid state ID at on-site ticket counters. | Free general admission every Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. |