Austin, Texas vs. Durango, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Durango, Colorado is 7.9% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $95,802 in Durango, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Durango, Colorado is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Durango
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Durango, CO
Compared to Austin, Durango is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% 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
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  37.5% lower
  Health
  21.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher