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KNOXVILLE vs. AUSTIN
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Knoxville, Tennessee vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
44.4%
more expensive
than Knoxville, Tennessee.
You would need a salary of
$649,888
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Knoxville, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in Austin
than in Knoxville, Tennessee
Knoxville, TN vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Knoxville, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
44.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
112.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.7% higher
Commute
34.4% higher
Health
4.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.9% higher
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