Northbrook, Illinois vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 3.2% cheaper than Northbrook, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $180,018 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Northbrook, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is cheaper than Northbrook, Illinois
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
32% cheaper in Austin
than in Northbrook, Illinois
Northbrook, IL vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Northbrook, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% lower
      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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  15.0% lower
  Health
  15.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower