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COLUMBIA vs. AUSTIN
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Columbia, Maryland vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
9.4%
more expensive
than Columbia, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$82,037
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Austin
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Columbia, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
5.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.7% lower
Commute
1.9% higher
Health
17.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
15.5% lower
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