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ALBUQUERQUE vs. AUSTIN
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Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Austin, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Austin, Texas is
42.5%
more expensive
than Albuquerque, New Mexico.
You would need a salary of
$251,959
in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is
more expensive
than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Austin
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Albuquerque, Austin is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
81.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.0% higher
Commute
22.9% higher
Health
27.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.4% higher
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