Austin, Texas vs. Monroe, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe, Connecticut is 1.4% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $124,711 in Monroe, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, Connecticut is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
72% more expensive in Monroe
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Monroe, CT
Compared to Austin, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% higher
      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
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.6% higher
  Commute
  20.9% higher
  Health
  24.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.1% higher