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AUSTIN vs. BAKERSFIELD
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Austin, Texas vs. Bakersfield, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Bakersfield, California is
20.1%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$59,930
in Bakersfield, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bakersfield, California is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Bakersfield
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Bakersfield, CA
Compared to Austin, Bakersfield is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
34.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.7% higher
Commute
5.7% lower
Health
9.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.5% higher
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