Lawrence, Kansas vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 38.8% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $58,201 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
110% more expensive in Austin
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Lawrence, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.8% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  26.5% higher
  Health
  4.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher