Austin, Texas vs. Los Angeles, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is 36.2% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $163,400 in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Austin, Los Angeles is:
  Homeowner
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  36.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.4% lower
  Commute
  50.4% higher
  Health
  11.4% lower
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  Personal
  4.1% higher
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