Austin, Texas vs. Galveston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galveston, Texas is 27.6% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,136 in Galveston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galveston, Texas is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Galveston
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Galveston, TX
Compared to Austin, Galveston is:
  Homeowner
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  27.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  29.2% lower
  Health
  3.8% lower
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  Personal
  4.0% higher
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