Berea, Kentucky vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 61.8% more expensive than Berea, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $80,875 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Berea, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Berea, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
194% more expensive in Austin
than in Berea, Kentucky
Berea, KY vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Berea, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.8% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  162.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% higher
  Commute
  50.1% higher
  Health
  1.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% higher