Anthem, Arizona vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 5.6% more expensive than Anthem, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $195,420 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Anthem, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Anthem, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Austin
than in Anthem, Arizona
Anthem, AZ vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Anthem, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  9.2% lower
  Health
  9.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher