Austin, Texas vs. Benson, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Benson, North Carolina is 32.1% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $33,964 in Benson, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Benson, North Carolina is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Benson
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Benson, NC
Compared to Austin, Benson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.1% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  28.1% lower
  Health
  2.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher