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STATE COLLEGE vs. AUSTIN
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State College, Pennsylvania vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
28.9%
more expensive
than State College, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$128,884
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in State College, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than State College, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Austin
than in State College, Pennsylvania
State College, PA vs. Austin, TX
Compared to State College, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
28.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
10.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
12.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.6% higher
Commute
51.4% higher
Health
19.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.2% higher
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