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AUSTIN vs. MOUNTAIN VIEW
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Austin, Texas vs. Mountain View, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Mountain View, California is
115.5%
more expensive
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$258,547
in Mountain View, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mountain View, California is
more expensive
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
207% more expensive in Mountain View
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Mountain View, CA
Compared to Austin, Mountain View is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
115.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
24.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
383.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.6% lower
Commute
26.1% higher
Health
6.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.5% higher
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