Austin, Texas vs. Lake Forest, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is 27.4% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $131,257 in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Austin, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
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  27.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  94.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  1.5% higher
  Health
  8.1% lower
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  Personal
  4.7% higher
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