Melrose, Massachusetts vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 17.6% cheaper than Melrose, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $41,184 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Melrose, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than Melrose, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Austin
than in Melrose, Massachusetts
Melrose, MA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Melrose, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  2.9% higher
  Health
  13.9% higher
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  Personal
  19.7% lower
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