Palm Desert, California vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 4.8% more expensive than Palm Desert, California.

You would need a salary of $52,389 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Desert, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Palm Desert, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Austin
than in Palm Desert, California
Palm Desert, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Palm Desert, Austin is:
  Homeowner
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  4.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.2% lower
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  16.4% higher
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  Personal
  4.5% lower
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