Rock Island, Illinois vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 79.2% more expensive than Rock Island, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $89,612 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rock Island, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Rock Island, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
414% more expensive in Austin
than in Rock Island, Illinois
Rock Island, IL vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Rock Island, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  79.2% 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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  353.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% higher
  Commute
  41.4% higher
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% higher