Sterling, Virginia vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 40.2% cheaper than Sterling, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $44,853 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Sterling, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Abilene
than in Sterling, Virginia
Sterling, VA vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Sterling, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.2% lower
      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
  16.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% higher
  Commute
  42.2% lower
  Health
  14.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.7% lower