Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 28.4% more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $64,187 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Valparaiso, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Austin
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Valparaiso, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.4% higher
      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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  1.4% lower
  Health
  12.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower