Rockport, Maine vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 26.9% more expensive than Rockport, Maine.

You would need a salary of $86,267 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockport, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Rockport, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Austin
than in Rockport, Maine
Rockport, ME vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Rockport, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.9% 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
  12.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  69.9% higher
  Health
  8.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher