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AUSTIN vs. FRESNO
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Austin, Texas vs. Fresno, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fresno, California is
20.2%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$43,906
in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Fresno
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Fresno, CA
Compared to Austin, Fresno is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
32.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.4% higher
Commute
7.5% lower
Health
8.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.2% lower
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