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BERKELEY vs. AUSTIN
Cost of Living Comparison
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Berkeley, California vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
45.7%
cheaper
than Berkeley, California.
You would need a salary of
$35,296
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
cheaper
than Berkeley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Austin
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Berkeley, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
45.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
15.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
69.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.5% higher
Commute
7.4% lower
Health
13.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.9% lower
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