Austin, Texas vs. Auburn, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Auburn, Alabama is 24.6% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $37,713 in Auburn, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Auburn, Alabama is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Auburn
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Auburn, AL
Compared to Austin, Auburn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.6% lower
      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
  4.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  27.5% lower
  Health
  20.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher