Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 11.9% more expensive than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $75,558 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Austin
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington Heights, IL vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Arlington Heights, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.9% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  12.7% lower
  Health
  15.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower