Elizabeth, New Jersey vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 7.9% more expensive than Elizabeth, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $32,377 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Elizabeth, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Austin
than in Elizabeth, New Jersey
Elizabeth, NJ vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Elizabeth, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% 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
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% lower
  Commute
  21.7% lower
  Health
  4.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower