Austin, Texas vs. Harlan, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harlan, Iowa is 43.0% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $45,564 in Harlan, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harlan, Iowa is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Harlan
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Harlan, IA
Compared to Austin, Harlan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.0% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  42.4% lower
  Health
  10.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower

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