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SACRAMENTO vs. AUSTIN
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Sacramento, California vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
6.4%
more expensive
than Sacramento, California.
You would need a salary of
$131,954
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Austin
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Sacramento, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
12.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.7% higher
Commute
9.2% lower
Health
2.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.4% lower
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