Modesto, California vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 12.6% more expensive than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $109,241 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% more expensive in Austin
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Modesto, Austin is:
  Homeowner
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  12.6% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.5% lower
  Commute
  3.5% lower
  Health
  1.4% higher
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  Personal
  0.8% lower
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