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WACO vs. AUSTIN
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Waco, Texas vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
64.0%
more expensive
than Waco, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$103,323
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Waco, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
176% more expensive in Austin
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Waco, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
64.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
202.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.0% higher
Commute
52.0% higher
Health
0.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.9% higher
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