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GALVESTON vs. AUSTIN
Cost of Living Comparison
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Galveston, Texas vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
38.1%
more expensive
than Galveston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$117,385
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Galveston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Galveston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Austin
than in Galveston, Texas
Galveston, TX vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Galveston, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.1% higher
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Renter
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Food
1.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
83.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.9% higher
Commute
41.3% higher
Health
4.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.8% lower
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