West Lafayette, Indiana vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 43.1% more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $42,942 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% more expensive in Austin
than in West Lafayette, Indiana
West Lafayette, IN vs. Austin, TX
Compared to West Lafayette, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.1% 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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% lower
  Commute
  55.9% higher
  Health
  10.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% higher