Dayton, Ohio vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 82.0% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $45,499 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
452% more expensive in Austin
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Dayton, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  82.0% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  628.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  35.5% higher
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower