Ann Arbor, Michigan vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 16.9% more expensive than Ann Arbor, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $208,653 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Austin
than in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Ann Arbor, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.2% lower
  Commute
  9.8% higher
  Health
  25.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher