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 $133,018 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
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  6.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  9.2% lower
  Health
  2.3% lower
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  Personal
  5.4% lower
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