Elgin, Illinois vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 41.3% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $127,140 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
118% more expensive in Austin
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Elgin, Austin is:
  Homeowner
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  41.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  20.9% higher
  Health
  9.6% higher
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  Personal
  3.7% lower
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