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LA MESA vs. AUSTIN
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La Mesa, California vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
15.2%
cheaper
than La Mesa, California.
You would need a salary of
$127,195
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in La Mesa, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
cheaper
than La Mesa, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Austin
than in La Mesa, California
La Mesa, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to La Mesa, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
11.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
34.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.0% lower
Commute
8.3% lower
Health
14.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.6% lower
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