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SHAFTER vs. AUSTIN
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Shafter, California vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
29.0%
more expensive
than Shafter, California.
You would need a salary of
$64,506
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Shafter, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Shafter, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% more expensive in Austin
than in Shafter, California
Shafter, CA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Shafter, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
92.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.4% lower
Commute
3.3% higher
Health
10.9% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.8% lower
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