Waukesha, Wisconsin vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 29.3% more expensive than Waukesha, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $193,906 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Waukesha, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
101% more expensive in Austin
than in Waukesha, Wisconsin
Waukesha, WI vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Waukesha, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.3% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  16.5% higher
  Health
  1.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.8% lower