Bozeman, Montana vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 3.3% more expensive than Bozeman, Montana.

You would need a salary of $49,571 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Bozeman, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Bozeman, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
54% more expensive in Austin
than in Bozeman, Montana
Bozeman, MT vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Bozeman, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  10.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  54.1% higher
  Health
  0.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower