Austin, Texas vs. Decatur, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decatur, Alabama is 37.9% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $31,066 in Decatur, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Alabama is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Decatur
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Decatur, AL
Compared to Austin, Decatur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.9% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  28.1% lower
  Health
  14.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower