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AUSTIN vs. BERKELEY
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Austin, Texas vs. Berkeley, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Berkeley, California is
84.2%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$147,326
in Berkeley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berkeley, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
128% more expensive in Berkeley
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Berkeley, CA
Compared to Austin, Berkeley is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
84.2% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
17.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
224.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.9% lower
Commute
8.0% higher
Health
15.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.0% higher
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