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AUSTIN vs. READING
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Austin, Texas vs. Reading, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Reading, Pennsylvania is
31.0%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$55,209
in Reading, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reading, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Reading
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Reading, PA
Compared to Austin, Reading is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
84.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.8% higher
Commute
9.7% lower
Health
13.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.5% lower
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