Iowa City, Iowa vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 48.4% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,584 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
117% more expensive in Austin
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Iowa City, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.4% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  60.4% higher
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower